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Becton Dickinson and Co

Country
United States
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical Instruments & Supplies
Employees
72,000
Ticker
BDX
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Website
www.bd.com
Description
Becton, Dickinson and Company, commonly known as BD, is a prominent American multinational corporation engaged in the development and manufacture of a diverse range of medical devices, instrument syst...

Becton Dickinson and Co's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co 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).

Becton Dickinson and Co has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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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 Becton Dickinson and Co’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Becton Dickinson and Co's Sustainability Report 2024
a. Becton Dickinson and Co's Sustainability Report 2024
b. Becton Dickinson and Co's ESG Report 2021
b. Becton Dickinson and Co's ESG Report 2021

Insights into Becton Dickinson and Co's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ofBecton Dickinson and Co amounted to557,968metric 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 Becton Dickinson and Coincreased by 1.94%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations.a

Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024045 k90 k135 k180 ktCO2e-2%+4%-1%+6%+6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Becton Dickinson and Co were 176,565 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Has Becton Dickinson and Co reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 13.43%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year(2023), Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 1 emissions increased by 5.73%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations.a

What are Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 214,417 tCOâ‚‚e using the market-based method and 381,403 tCOâ‚‚e using the location-based method.a

Has Becton Dickinson and Co reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based)have remained relatively stable, indicating that Becton Dickinson and Co's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

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

What methodology does Becton Dickinson and Co use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2019202020212022202320240150 k300 k450 k600 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Becton Dickinson and Co's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported 6,249,492 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a

The 2024 disclosure of Becton Dickinson and Co includes a breakdown across 10of 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

Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202402 M4 M6 M8 MtCO2e-24%+3910%-6%-7%-6%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported total Scope 3 emissions of 6,249,492 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e).a

Approximately 65.06%of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 34.94%came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Becton Dickinson and Co reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 emissionshave increased by 2,405.61%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2023), Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Becton Dickinson and Co's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Becton Dickinson and Co disclose?

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported emissions for 10 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

What are the main sources of Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 2,356,004 tCOâ‚‚e(37.7%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 1,858,056 tCOâ‚‚e(29.73%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 882,777 tCOâ‚‚e(14.13%)

Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(29.7%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(37.7%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(14.1%)

Insights into Becton Dickinson and Co’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 176,565 tCOâ‚‚e and total revenues of USD 20,178 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 8.75 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD.a

Becton Dickinson and Co's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2002,00020,000200,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,00010,000100,000500,000Revenues (Millions of USD)SAzentaYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,147 tCO2eRevenue: $M 656Scope 1 Intensity: 6.32 tCO2e/$MResmedYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,957 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,146Scope 1 Intensity: 0.77 tCO2e/$MIQVIA HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,221 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,983Scope 1 Intensity: 0.55 tCO2e/$MAptargroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 24,805 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,583Scope 1 Intensity: 6.92 tCO2e/$MInsuletYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,383 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,072Scope 1 Intensity: 0.67 tCO2e/$MAvantorYear: 2024Scope 1: 39,502 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,784Scope 1 Intensity: 5.82 tCO2e/$MExact SciencesYear: 2024Scope 1: 12,121 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,759Scope 1 Intensity: 4.39 tCO2e/$MWest Pharmaceutical ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 31,327 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,893Scope 1 Intensity: 10.83 tCO2e/$MRegeneron PharmaceuticalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 80,300 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,202Scope 1 Intensity: 5.65 tCO2e/$MGilead SciencesYear: 2024Scope 1: 53,856 tCO2eRevenue: $M 28,754Scope 1 Intensity: 1.87 tCO2e/$MCooper CompaniesYear: 2024Scope 1: 58,155 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,895Scope 1 Intensity: 14.93 tCO2e/$MWarby ParkerYear: 2023Scope 1: 961 tCO2eRevenue: $M 670Scope 1 Intensity: 1.43 tCO2e/$MBaxter InternationalYear: 2024Scope 1: 324,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,636Scope 1 Intensity: 30.46 tCO2e/$MPfizerYear: 2024Scope 1: 613,218 tCO2eRevenue: $M 63,627Scope 1 Intensity: 9.64 tCO2e/$MDENTSPLY SIRONAYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,705 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,793Scope 1 Intensity: 1.24 tCO2e/$MTeleflexYear: 2024Scope 1: 16,256 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,047Scope 1 Intensity: 5.33 tCO2e/$MMerit Medical SystemsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,875 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,357Scope 1 Intensity: 2.12 tCO2e/$MStrykerYear: 2023Scope 1: 54,854 tCO2eRevenue: $M 20,498Scope 1 Intensity: 2.68 tCO2e/$MRepligenYear: 2023Scope 1: 2,236 tCO2eRevenue: $M 632Scope 1 Intensity: 3.54 tCO2e/$MSSSolventumYear: 2024Scope 1: 146,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,254Scope 1 Intensity: 17.69 tCO2e/$MElevance HealthYear: 2024Scope 1: 14,390 tCO2eRevenue: $M 176,781Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MEnvista HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,511Scope 1 Intensity: 1.19 tCO2e/$MIntuitive SurgicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 8,105 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,352Scope 1 Intensity: 0.97 tCO2e/$MHologicYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,050 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,030Scope 1 Intensity: 1.75 tCO2e/$MBecton Dickinson and CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 176,565 tCO2eRevenue: $M 20,178Scope 1 Intensity: 8.75 tCO2e/$M

How does Becton Dickinson and Co's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 8.75 tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 3.11, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Becton Dickinson and Co rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co ranked 20 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCOâ‚‚e per millions USD).a

This places Becton Dickinson and Co among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector.a

Insights into Becton Dickinson and Co's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Becton Dickinson and Co reported a total carbon footprint of 6,807,460 metric tons of COâ‚‚ equivalent (tCOâ‚‚e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.62% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Becton Dickinson and Co's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 91.8% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 5.6%.a

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