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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated 6 months ago

Drive Medical

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Drive Medical, officially known as Drive Medical Design and Manufacturing, is a leading provider of durable medical equipment headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, focusing on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges. Specialising in a diverse range of products, Drive Medical offers innovative solutions including wheelchairs, mobility scooters, and home care aids. Their commitment to quality and user-friendly design sets them apart in the healthcare industry. With a reputation for reliability and customer satisfaction, Drive Medical has achieved significant market recognition, making it a trusted name among healthcare professionals and consumers alike.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Drive Medical'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.

23

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

Drive Medical's score of 23 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Drive Medical's reported carbon emissions

Drive Medical, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives related to climate commitments. As such, there are no absolute emissions figures (in kg CO2e) to present, nor any details on Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed any climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions, nor does it inherit any emissions data from a parent or related organization. Consequently, Drive Medical's current stance on climate action remains unclear, and it appears that the organisation has yet to establish a formal framework for addressing its carbon footprint or setting reduction targets. In the context of the industry, many companies are increasingly adopting science-based targets and sustainability initiatives, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in climate action. Drive Medical may benefit from aligning with these industry standards to enhance its environmental performance and commitment to sustainability.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Drive Medical'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.

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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 Drive Medical is in US, 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.

Drive Medical 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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