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AstraZeneca AB

AstraZeneca AB, a leading global biopharmaceutical company, is headquartered in Sweden (SE) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group, the company has since established itself as a key player in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on innovative medicines in areas such as oncology, cardiovascular, renal, and respiratory diseases. AstraZeneca is renowned for its commitment to research and development, with a robust pipeline of unique therapies that address unmet medical needs. Notable achievements include the rapid development of its COVID-19 vaccine, which showcased the company's agility and dedication to public health. With a strong market position, AstraZeneca continues to drive advancements in healthcare, making significant contributions to patient outcomes worldwide.

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How does AstraZeneca AB'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.

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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

AstraZeneca AB's score of 60 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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AstraZeneca AB's reported carbon emissions

AstraZeneca AB, headquartered in Sweden (SE), currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is challenging to assess their direct impact on climate change through emissions. However, the company is likely engaged in various climate commitments and initiatives typical of the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on sustainability and reducing environmental footprints. As the industry increasingly prioritises climate action, AstraZeneca may be aligning with global standards and frameworks, such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to enhance their climate strategies. While specific details on their emissions or targets are not disclosed, the company’s commitment to sustainability is expected to reflect broader industry trends towards achieving net-zero emissions and enhancing environmental responsibility.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. AstraZeneca AB'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 AstraZeneca AB is in SE, which has a very 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.

AstraZeneca AB 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
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