Ambu A/S

Common Name
Ambu
Country
Denmark
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical Devices
Employees
5,384
Ticker
AMBU B
Exchange
NASDAQ COPENHAGEN A/S
Description
Ambu A/S, together with its subsidiaries, researches, develops, manufactures, markets, and sells medical technology solutions in North America, Europe, and internationally. The company offers endoscop...

Ambu's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Ambu completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

However, Ambu has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Ambu’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Ambu's Annual Report 2024
a. Ambu's Annual Report 2024
b. Ambu's Sustainability Report 2022
b. Ambu's Sustainability Report 2022

Insights into Ambu's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ambu amounted to 26,542 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ambu increased by 5.55%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Ambu's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202401.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e+12%+1%+354%+16%-22%-15%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ambu's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Ambu were 3,369 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Ambu reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Ambu's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 298.7%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Ambu's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 14.6%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Ambu's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Ambu reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 15,400 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 23,173 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Ambu reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Ambu's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have increased by 68.31%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Ambu's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ambu 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Ambu use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Ambu reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Ambu's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202406 k12 k18 k24 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Ambu's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Ambu reported 190,388 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Ambu includes a breakdown across 0 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Ambu's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024050 k100 k150 k200 ktCO2e+11%-11%+35%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ambu's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Ambu reported total Scope 3 emissions of 190,388 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Ambu's Scope 3 emissions increased by 35.21%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

Insights into Ambu’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Ambu reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 3,369 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 805 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 4.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Ambu's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

101001,0005,00050,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005001,0005,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)EIInteger HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,066 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,597Scope 1 Intensity: 4.43 tCO2e/$MSnibeYear: 2023Scope 1: 210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 553Scope 1 Intensity: 0.38 tCO2e/$MMedacta GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,296 tCO2eRevenue: $M 577Scope 1 Intensity: 2.25 tCO2e/$MMicroport ScientificYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,168 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,404Scope 1 Intensity: 0.43 tCO2e/$MInspire Medical SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 51 tCO2eRevenue: $M 625Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MVitrolifeYear: 2024Scope 1: 742 tCO2eRevenue: $M 327Scope 1 Intensity: 2.27 tCO2e/$MNihon KohdenYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,250 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,551Scope 1 Intensity: 2.74 tCO2e/$MDemantYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,645 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,124Scope 1 Intensity: 4.69 tCO2e/$MElektaYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,141 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,643Scope 1 Intensity: 3.74 tCO2e/$MNolatoYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,585 tCO2eRevenue: $M 946Scope 1 Intensity: 1.68 tCO2e/$MCochlearYear: 2025Scope 1: 951 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,542Scope 1 Intensity: 0.62 tCO2e/$MEEEmbla MedicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,290 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,437Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MMGI TechYear: 2023Scope 1: 18 tCO2eRevenue: $M 409Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MOlympusYear: 2025Scope 1: 24,120 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,650Scope 1 Intensity: 3.63 tCO2e/$MZimmer Biomet HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,191 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,679Scope 1 Intensity: 1.33 tCO2e/$MYuwellYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,201 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,122Scope 1 Intensity: 1.96 tCO2e/$MGetingeYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,710 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,154Scope 1 Intensity: 4.03 tCO2e/$MIIIntegra Lifesciences HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,555 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,611Scope 1 Intensity: 9.04 tCO2e/$MQuidelOrthoYear: 2023Scope 1: 22,544 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,998Scope 1 Intensity: 7.52 tCO2e/$MGN Store NordYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,748 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,506Scope 1 Intensity: 1.10 tCO2e/$MAmbuYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,369 tCO2eRevenue: $M 805Scope 1 Intensity: 4.18 tCO2e/$M

How does Ambu's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Ambu reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 4.18 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.1 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Ambu rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Ambu ranked 17 out of 20 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Ambu among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Ambu's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Ambu reported a total carbon footprint of 216,930 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 30.71% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Ambu's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 87.76% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 10.68%. a

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