Allergan, officially known as Allergan plc, is a prominent global pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1948, Allergan has established itself as a leader in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing on areas such as medical aesthetics, eye care, and neuroscience. The company is renowned for its innovative products, including the widely recognised Botox, which has transformed both cosmetic and therapeutic treatments. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Allergan has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by AbbVie in 2020, further solidifying its market position. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to a diverse portfolio of unique offerings, making it a key player in enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life.
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In 2017, Allergan reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 88,190,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 46,800,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 250,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data is cascaded from its parent company, AbbVie Inc., reflecting Allergan's status as a current subsidiary. The previous year, 2016, saw similar emissions figures, with Scope 1 emissions at about 85,464,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 50,279,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and consistent Scope 3 emissions of 250,000,000 kg CO2e. Allergan has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no documented climate pledges. The company’s emissions data indicates a significant reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the supply chain and product use, highlighting an area for potential future focus in sustainability efforts. Overall, Allergan's emissions data illustrates the company's substantial carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 3, while its lack of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for enhanced climate action in alignment with industry standards.
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| 2005 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,218,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 59,189,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Allergan 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.