- Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Water risk varies significantly by operating location.
- Managing environmental impact of single-use medical devices.
Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020 reporting, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 30.8K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 2.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 17.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 10.4K tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
30.8K tCO2e/year
2020
Renewable Energy
4%
of total energy
Water Usage
215.3K m3/year
2020
Waste
15.0K + tons/year
2020
Energy Use
67.2 MWh/year
2020
📊 Emissions by Scope (2020)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 2.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 17.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 10.4K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Four of eight manufacturing sites achieved ISO 14001 certification.
- Recycled more than 15,000 metric tons of waste.
- Reduced corrugated boxes and plastic bubble wrap materials by more than 100 tons per year through Merit Smart Shipping™.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 certifications at remaining manufacturing sites by end of 2021.
📅 Medium-term
- By 2030: 50% renewable energy, 10% reduction in energy intensity, 15% reduction in GHG emissions, 10% reduction in water intensity (all indexed to revenue).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
COVID-19 ResponseEnterprise Opportunity ManagementHealth & SafetyDiversity & InclusionCompliance & EthicsQuality AssuranceEnvironmental SustainabilityPhilanthropy