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Canon Medical Systems Corporation

Canon Medical Systems Corporation, headquartered in Japan, is a leading player in the medical imaging and healthcare technology industry. Founded in 2003, the company has rapidly evolved, establishing a strong presence in regions such as North America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in advanced imaging solutions, Canon Medical offers a diverse range of products, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and X-ray systems. Their commitment to innovation is evident in their unique technologies that enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care. With a reputation for quality and reliability, Canon Medical has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in healthcare. The company continues to push the boundaries of medical imaging, contributing to improved clinical outcomes worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Canon Medical Systems Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

65

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Canon Medical Systems Corporation's score of 65 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Canon Medical Systems Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Canon Medical Systems Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,100,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 198,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 733,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 7,173,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In comparison, the 2023 emissions were about 8,232,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 207,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 861,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 7,449,000,000 kg CO2e. Canon has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2022 levels by 2030. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve Net Zero emissions across all scopes by 2045. These targets reflect Canon's commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the medical systems sector.

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Scope 1
8,339,000
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Scope 2
32,174,000
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0,000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Canon Medical Systems Corporation's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Canon Medical Systems Corporation is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Canon Medical Systems Corporation is not participating in any 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.

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

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