Biocon Limited, a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Bengaluru, India, has established itself as a key player in the global biotechnology industry since its founding in 1978. With a strong focus on biopharmaceuticals, biosimilars, and novel biologics, Biocon operates across major regions including Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is renowned for its innovative products, particularly in the fields of diabetes, oncology, and autoimmune diseases. Biocon's commitment to affordability and accessibility sets it apart, making significant strides in providing high-quality healthcare solutions. Notable achievements include the launch of India's first biosimilar monoclonal antibody and recognition as a pioneer in the biosimilars market. With a robust pipeline and a reputation for excellence, Biocon continues to shape the future of biotechnology on a global scale.
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In 2024, Biocon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 125,922,000 kg CO2e, comprising 23,273,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 25,307,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company also recorded Scope 3 emissions of about 77,342,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes. Biocon has set an ambitious target to achieve a 20% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2032, having already achieved a 14% reduction from their baseline year of FY 2022. This commitment underscores their proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions management. In 2023, Biocon's total emissions were approximately 131,095,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 31,456,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 31,809,000 kg CO2e. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while maintaining operational efficiency and revenue growth. Overall, Biocon's climate commitments and reduction targets demonstrate a strong dedication to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship within the biopharmaceutical industry.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 55,997,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 127,530,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Biocon 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.