Smith Plus Nephew

In 2024, Smith & Nephew reported total carbon emissions of approximately 707,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 12,794,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 24,662,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 667,620,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain, including purchased goods and services (490,310,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (23,240,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 1,276,079,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 15,901,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 40,266,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were significantly higher, at about 1,276,079,000 kg CO2e. Smith & Nephew has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for an 80% absolute reduction in total lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This target includes achieving net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040 and net zero Scope 3 emissions by 2045. To support these goals, the company plans to implement 100% renewable electricity at its facilities in Memphis and Malaysia by 2022, expanding to all strategic manufacturing sites by 2025. Additionally, they are on track to achieve a 70% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 compared to a 2019 baseline. Overall, Smith & Nephew's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and significant reductions in carbon emissions across all scopes.