Intuitive
Intuitive Surgical, commonly referred to as Intuitive, is a pioneering company in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, Intuitive has established itself as a leader in the medical technology industry, particularly known for its da Vinci Surgical System, which revolutionises minimally invasive surgery. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Intuitive focuses on enhancing surgical precision and patient outcomes through innovative robotic solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of advanced surgical instruments and software that set new standards in the operating room. Recognised for its commitment to improving surgical techniques, Intuitive continues to shape the future of healthcare, making it a key player in the global medical device market.
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Intuitive's score of 53 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Intuitive's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Intuitive reported total carbon emissions of approximately 592,273,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 8,105,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 25,382,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, around 558,786,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, capital goods, and business travel. Comparatively, in 2023, Intuitive's total emissions were about 633,276,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction of approximately 41,003,000 kg CO2e year-on-year. This reduction reflects a commitment to improving their environmental impact, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Intuitive's emissions data shows a consistent effort to monitor and report on their carbon footprint across all scopes, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability. However, the absence of defined reduction targets or climate pledges suggests that while they are tracking emissions, further commitments may be necessary to enhance their sustainability strategy.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 72,025,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 11,850,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Intuitive 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.
