Celltrion Sustainability Profile
Celltrion Healthcare Co., Ltd., commonly known as Celltrion, is a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 2002, Celltrion has established itself as a key player in the global biotechnology industry, focusing on the development, manufacturing, and marketing of biosimilars and innovative therapeutics. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, the Americas, and Asia, Celltrion is renowned for its core products, such as Remsima and Truxima, which are biosimilars to established monoclonal antibodies. These products are distinguished by their high quality and affordability, making advanced treatments accessible to a broader patient population. Celltrion's commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including the successful launch of multiple biosimilars that have garnered regulatory approvals worldwide. As a pioneer in the biosimilar market, Celltrion continues to enhance its market position through innovation and strategic partnerships, contributing to the evolution of healthcare solutions globally.
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Celltrion's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Celltrion reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 64,717,000 kg CO2e, comprising 22,457,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 42,260,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at about 28,798,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from downstream transportation and distribution (16,136,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (4,558,000 kg CO2e). Celltrion has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. Furthermore, the company is working towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Specifically, for its domestic operations, Celltrion targets a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a goal of complete mitigation (100%) by 2045, using 2022 as the baseline year. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly from Celltrion. The company is actively engaging in sustainability initiatives to align with industry standards and contribute to global climate goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 16,864,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 31,667,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Celltrion's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 31% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 56% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Celltrion's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Celltrion 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.
