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Quest Diagnostics Sustainability Profile

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Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, a leading provider in the diagnostic testing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1967, the company has established itself as a pivotal player in laboratory services, offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic information services that include clinical laboratory testing, anatomic pathology, and genetic testing. With a strong operational presence across North America, Quest Diagnostics is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality, providing unique solutions that enhance patient care. The company has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in molecular diagnostics and a robust network of patient service centres. Recognised for its market leadership, Quest Diagnostics continues to set the standard in the healthcare sector, delivering reliable and accurate testing services that empower healthcare providers and patients alike.

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52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

30

Industry Benchmark

Quest Diagnostics's score of 52 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Quest Diagnostics's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Quest Diagnostics reported total carbon emissions of approximately 775,068,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. The breakdown includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 113,925,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 77,514,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 631,003,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to a 30% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2021 levels by the year 2030. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for corporate responsibility. Quest Diagnostics's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, ensuring that their reported figures are independently sourced. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives, aiming to enhance its environmental performance in the healthcare sector.

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Scope 2
145,724,000
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Scope 3
41,299,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Quest Diagnostics's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Quest Diagnostics's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Quest Diagnostics's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Quest Diagnostics is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Quest Diagnostics's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Quest Diagnostics's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 23% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 77% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 54% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
54%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
18%
Employee Commuting
17%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
7%
Waste Generated in Operations
3%
Business Travel
2%

Quest Diagnostics's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Quest Diagnostics has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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