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PRA Health Sciences, Inc.

PRA Health Sciences, Inc., a leading global contract research organisation (CRO), is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1976, the company has established itself as a pivotal player in the clinical research industry, providing comprehensive services that span from Phase I to Phase IV clinical trials. PRA Health Sciences offers a unique blend of innovative solutions, including data-driven insights and advanced technology platforms, which enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical development. With a strong focus on therapeutic expertise and patient-centric approaches, the company has achieved notable milestones, including significant partnerships and a robust portfolio of successful trials. Recognised for its commitment to quality and operational excellence, PRA Health Sciences continues to solidify its market position, making it a trusted partner for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does PRA Health Sciences, Inc.'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.

47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

PRA Health Sciences, Inc.'s score of 47 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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PRA Health Sciences, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2019, PRA Health Sciences, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,296,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 485,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from stationary combustion, and 8,456,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions related to purchased electricity. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions of about 22,355,000 kg CO2e, predominantly from business travel. PRA Health Sciences has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This near-term target reflects the company's proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for climate action. The commitment to significantly reduce emissions demonstrates PRA's dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

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201420152016201720182019
Scope 1
778,650
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Scope 2
4,234,160
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PRA Health Sciences, Inc.'s primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 PRA Health Sciences, Inc. 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.

PRA Health Sciences, Inc. 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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