GE HealthCare
GE HealthCare, a subsidiary of General Electric, is a leading player in the global healthcare industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1892, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as the introduction of advanced imaging technologies and innovative patient monitoring systems. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, GE HealthCare focuses on medical imaging, monitoring, biomanufacturing, and digital solutions. Its core products, including MRI machines, ultrasound systems, and healthcare IT solutions, are renowned for their cutting-edge technology and reliability. As a pioneer in healthcare innovation, GE HealthCare has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency in healthcare settings worldwide.
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GE HealthCare's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, GE HealthCare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,064,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 105,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 116,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 6,064,000,000 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 6,349,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 115,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 124,000,000 kg CO2e. GE HealthCare has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in operational greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they target a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, business travel, and the use of sold products by the same year. Long-term, the company aims for a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes by 2050. The company has also committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050, with interim goals to significantly reduce emissions in the near term. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect GE HealthCare's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the healthcare sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,670,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,790,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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GE HealthCare is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
