Boehringer Ingelheim
Boehringer Ingelheim, a leading global pharmaceutical company, is headquartered in Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany. Founded in 1885, the company has established a strong presence in the healthcare industry, focusing on human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing. With a commitment to innovation, Boehringer Ingelheim is renowned for its core products, including treatments for respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and diabetes management. The company’s dedication to research and development has led to significant milestones, positioning it among the top pharmaceutical firms worldwide. Notable achievements include a robust pipeline of novel therapies and a strong market presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Boehringer Ingelheim continues to enhance its reputation through its unique approach to healthcare solutions, prioritising patient needs and sustainable practices.
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Boehringer Ingelheim's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Boehringer Ingelheim reported total carbon emissions of approximately 361,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 295,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 66,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 58.9% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Boehringer Ingelheim aims for a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and the use of sold products, within the same timeframe. In 2022, the company reported total emissions of approximately 4,239,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 280,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 71,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The commitment to these reduction targets is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their goals are consistent with the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Boehringer Ingelheim's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability within the corporate family. The company continues to focus on enhancing its environmental performance while addressing the challenges posed by climate change.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 289,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 273,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,801,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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