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Ion Beam Applications SA

Common Name
Ion Beam Applications
Country
Belgium
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical Devices
Employees
1,947
Ticker
IBAB
Exchange
Euronext Brussels
Description
Ion Beam Applications SA is a global leader in particle accelerator technology, specializing in the design, production, and marketing of innovative solutions for cancer diagnosis and treatment. Operat...

Ion Beam Applications's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications 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).

Ion Beam Applications has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
1,354a
1,726a
2,187a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
191a
156a
285a
Location-Based
1,035a
1,017a
996a
Total Scope 3
721,932a
536,133a
446,632a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
1.8581a
3.3295a
4.2341a
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a. Ion Beam Applications's Annual Report 2025
b. Ion Beam Applications's Annual Report 2024

Insights into Ion Beam Applications's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ion Beam Applications amounted to 2,389 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Ion Beam Applications decreased by 12.91%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Ion Beam Applications's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202220232024202505501.1 k1.65 k2.2 ktCO2e+2%-21%-22%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ion Beam Applications's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Ion Beam Applications were 1,354 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Ion Beam Applications reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Ion Beam Applications's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 37.14%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Ion Beam Applications's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 21.55%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Ion Beam Applications's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 191 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,035 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Ion Beam Applications reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Ion Beam Applications's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ion Beam Applications's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Ion Beam Applications's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Ion Beam Applications's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint.a

What methodology does Ion Beam Applications use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Ion Beam Applications's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202220232024202503006009001.2 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Ion Beam Applications's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported 721,932 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 2025 disclosure of Ion Beam Applications includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20222023202420250250 k500 k750 k1 MtCO2e-46%+20%+35%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported total Scope 3 emissions of 721,932 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 18.64% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 81.36% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Ion Beam Applications reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2022, Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 12.97%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 emissions increased by 34.66%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Ion Beam Applications disclose?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported emissions for 11 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 Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 587,108 tCO₂e (81.32%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 119,067 tCO₂e (16.49%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 8,168 tCO₂e (1.13%)

Ion Beam Applications's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(81.3%)Business Travel(Cat. 6)(1.1%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(16.5%)

Insights into Ion Beam Applications’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,354 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 729 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.86 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Ion Beam Applications's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

102005,000100,0002,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)202002,00010,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Siemens HealthineersYear: 2024Scope 1: 116,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,979Scope 1 Intensity: 4.64 tCO2e/$MEdwards LifesciencesYear: 2024Scope 1: 15,682 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,439Scope 1 Intensity: 2.88 tCO2e/$MBoston ScientificYear: 2024Scope 1: 87,567 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,747Scope 1 Intensity: 5.23 tCO2e/$MMedtronicYear: 2025Scope 1: 174,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 33,537Scope 1 Intensity: 5.19 tCO2e/$MStrykerYear: 2023Scope 1: 54,854 tCO2eRevenue: $M 20,498Scope 1 Intensity: 2.68 tCO2e/$MAbbott LaboratoriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 499,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 44,328Scope 1 Intensity: 11.26 tCO2e/$MStratecYear: 2024Scope 1: 814 tCO2eRevenue: $M 268Scope 1 Intensity: 3.04 tCO2e/$MMicroport Cardioflow MedtechYear: 2023Scope 1: 268 tCO2eRevenue: $M 47Scope 1 Intensity: 5.65 tCO2e/$MRevenio GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 46 tCO2eRevenue: $M 107Scope 1 Intensity: 0.43 tCO2e/$MGuerbetYear: 2025Scope 1: 37,133 tCO2eRevenue: $M 925Scope 1 Intensity: 40.16 tCO2e/$MAvanos MedicalYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,787 tCO2eRevenue: $M 673Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$MEckert & ZieglerYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,656 tCO2eRevenue: $M 367Scope 1 Intensity: 4.52 tCO2e/$MEl EnYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 695Scope 1 Intensity: 3.17 tCO2e/$MInspire Medical SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 51 tCO2eRevenue: $M 625Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MNolatoYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,587 tCO2eRevenue: $M 877Scope 1 Intensity: 1.81 tCO2e/$MVitrolifeYear: 2025Scope 1: 610 tCO2eRevenue: $M 374Scope 1 Intensity: 1.63 tCO2e/$MEmbla MedicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,290 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,405Scope 1 Intensity: 0.42 tCO2e/$MMicroport ScientificYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,168 tCO2eRevenue: $M 951Scope 1 Intensity: 3.33 tCO2e/$MMGI TechYear: 2023Scope 1: 18 tCO2eRevenue: $M 409Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MMedacta GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,296 tCO2eRevenue: $M 615Scope 1 Intensity: 2.11 tCO2e/$MAmbuYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 948Scope 1 Intensity: 3.34 tCO2e/$MSectraYear: 2024Scope 1: 148 tCO2eRevenue: $M 269Scope 1 Intensity: 0.55 tCO2e/$MSnibeYear: 2023Scope 1: 210 tCO2eRevenue: $M 553Scope 1 Intensity: 0.38 tCO2e/$MGlaukosYear: 2024Scope 1: 523 tCO2eRevenue: $M 383Scope 1 Intensity: 1.36 tCO2e/$MVarex ImagingYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,856 tCO2eRevenue: $M 893Scope 1 Intensity: 5.44 tCO2e/$MIon Beam ApplicationsYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,354 tCO2eRevenue: $M 729Scope 1 Intensity: 1.86 tCO2e/$M

How does Ion Beam Applications's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.86 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.88, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Ion Beam Applications rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications ranked 10 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

Ion Beam Applications is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a

Insights into Ion Beam Applications's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Ion Beam Applications reported a total carbon footprint of 724,321 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 34.41% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Ion Beam Applications's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.67% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 0.19%.a

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