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ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.

ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as ASKA Pharma, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, headquartered in Japan. Founded in 1941, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia and beyond. ASKA Pharma focuses on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative pharmaceuticals, particularly in the fields of neurology, urology, and oncology. With a commitment to research and development, ASKA Pharma has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of unique therapeutic solutions that address unmet medical needs. The company is recognised for its high-quality products, which are distinguished by their efficacy and safety profiles. ASKA Pharma's dedication to advancing healthcare has solidified its position as a trusted name in the pharmaceutical sector, contributing to improved patient outcomes globally.

DitchCarbon Score

How does ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.'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.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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

ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.'s score of 26 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,055,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 sources. This marked a reduction from 2022, where emissions were about 6,687,000 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions decreased from approximately 6,687,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to about 6,055,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions fell from around 4,093,000 kg CO2e to approximately 2,949,000 kg CO2e in the same period. Despite these reductions, ASKA Pharmaceutical has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or climate pledges. The company’s commitment to addressing climate change remains unclear, as there are no documented initiatives or targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other frameworks. As a result, while ASKA Pharmaceutical is making progress in reducing its emissions, further transparency regarding its climate commitments would be beneficial for stakeholders.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is 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. ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd. is headquartered in JP, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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ASKA Pharmaceutical Holdings Co., Ltd. is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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