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Actelion Ltd

Actelion Ltd., a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Switzerland (CH), has established itself as a pioneer in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and other rare diseases. Founded in 1997, Actelion has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Johnson & Johnson in 2017, which further solidified its market position. The company focuses on innovative therapies, with core products such as Tracleer, Opsumit, and Uptravi, each designed to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from PAH. Actelion's commitment to research and development sets it apart, as it continually seeks to address unmet medical needs in the industry. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Actelion Ltd. remains a key player in the biopharmaceutical landscape, recognised for its contributions to advancing healthcare solutions.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Actelion Ltd's score of 45 is lower than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Actelion Ltd's reported carbon emissions

Actelion Ltd, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without concrete figures or commitments, it is challenging to assess their climate impact or initiatives. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards and best practices regarding climate commitments. As the pharmaceutical sector increasingly focuses on sustainability, Actelion may be exploring strategies to address carbon emissions and enhance environmental responsibility in the future.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Actelion Ltd's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Actelion Ltd is in CH, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Actelion Ltd 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.

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