Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc., commonly referred to as Aurinia, is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Canada. Founded in 2013, Aurinia focuses on developing innovative therapies for autoimmune diseases, with a particular emphasis on lupus nephritis. The company has made significant strides in the industry, notably with the launch of its flagship product, LUPKYNIS™ (voclosporin), which offers a unique mechanism of action that enhances treatment options for patients. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in Europe, Aurinia has established itself as a leader in the autoimmune disease sector. The company’s commitment to research and development, coupled with its strategic partnerships, has positioned it favourably in the market, earning recognition for its contributions to patient care and treatment advancements.
How does Aurinia'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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Aurinia's score of 27 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 218,430 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's global emissions without specific breakdowns into Scope 1, 2, or 3 categories, as no detailed scope data was disclosed for this year. In 2022, Aurinia's emissions were primarily from Scope 2, totalling about 198,740 kg CO2e, with no reported Scope 1 emissions. This indicates a focus on indirect emissions associated with energy consumption. Despite the emissions data, Aurinia has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company does not appear to have cascaded emissions data from a parent or related organization, maintaining its own reporting standards. Aurinia's headquarters is located in Canada, and the company continues to navigate its climate commitments within the pharmaceutical industry context, where emissions management is increasingly critical.
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| Scope 2 | 198,740 |
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Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Aurinia has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

