Steris plc, headquartered in Ireland, is a leading provider of infection prevention and surgical products, serving healthcare and life sciences industries globally. Founded in 1960, Steris has established itself as a trusted name in sterilisation and disinfection solutions, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including sterilisation equipment, surgical instruments, and contamination control solutions. Steris is renowned for its innovative technologies that enhance patient safety and operational efficiency. With a strong market position, Steris has achieved notable milestones, including numerous industry awards for excellence in healthcare solutions. As a pioneer in the infection prevention sector, Steris continues to set the standard for quality and reliability in the industry.
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Steris'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.
In 2024, STERIS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 161,028,000 kg CO2e, comprising 57,543,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 103,595,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a reduction from 2023, where emissions were about 164,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 63,194,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 85,506,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of 420,575,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. These commitments reflect STERIS's dedication to sustainability within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector, headquartered in Ireland (IE). In the UK, STERIS reported total emissions of approximately 12,855,753 kg CO2e in 2023, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,521,578 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 1,905,618 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 5,428,557 kg CO2e. Overall, STERIS is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing its sustainability practices, aligning with industry standards and climate commitments.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 67,071,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 75,246,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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.
Steris has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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