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Cambrex Karlskoga

Cambrex Karlskoga, a prominent subsidiary of Cambrex Corporation, is headquartered in Karlskoga, Sweden. Established in 1981, the company has become a key player in the pharmaceutical industry, specialising in the development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and intermediates. With a strong focus on quality and compliance, Cambrex Karlskoga has achieved significant milestones, including certifications from regulatory bodies such as the FDA and EMA. The company offers a range of services, including custom synthesis and process development, which are distinguished by their commitment to innovation and efficiency. Cambrex Karlskoga's strategic location in Sweden allows it to serve a diverse clientele across Europe and North America, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in the pharmaceutical supply chain. With a reputation for excellence, Cambrex Karlskoga continues to contribute to advancements in drug development and manufacturing.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Cambrex Karlskoga'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.

39

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

Cambrex Karlskoga's score of 39 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cambrex Karlskoga's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Cambrex Karlskoga reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,849,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2, alongside 53,330,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions significantly. The company aims for a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2018 and 2020 as baseline years, respectively. Over the years, Cambrex has demonstrated a downward trend in emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions decreasing from 16,000,000 kg CO2e in 2017 to 2,849,000 kg CO2e in 2023. This achievement highlights their ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability within their operations. Cambrex's climate commitments align with industry standards, focusing on absolute reductions in emissions across all scopes. The company is actively working towards these targets, contributing to a more sustainable future in the pharmaceuticals and biotechnology sector.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cambrex Karlskoga'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.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Cambrex Karlskoga is headquartered in SE, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cambrex Karlskoga is committed to some 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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