Cipla Sustainability Profile
Cipla Limited, a leading global pharmaceutical company headquartered in India, has been a pioneer in the healthcare industry since its establishment in 1935. With a strong presence in over 80 countries, Cipla focuses on developing a wide range of generic medicines, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and over-the-counter products. Renowned for its commitment to affordable healthcare, Cipla has made significant strides in areas such as respiratory, cardiovascular, and anti-retroviral therapies. The company is distinguished by its innovative approach to drug development and its robust pipeline of products, which cater to diverse therapeutic needs. Cipla's market position is bolstered by its extensive distribution network and strategic partnerships, making it a trusted name in the pharmaceutical sector. With numerous accolades for its contributions to global health, Cipla continues to lead the way in providing high-quality, accessible medicines.
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Industry Average
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Cipla's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Cipla reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,028,316,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 38,283,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 129,087,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, including 2,660,995,000 kg CO2e from the use of sold products and 2,090,873,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services. Cipla has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by December 2025. This goal is supported by initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and increase the use of renewable energy sources. Specifically, the company targets a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030. Additionally, they are working towards achieving near-zero emissions for these scopes by 2025. In India, Cipla's manufacturing operations are also focused on becoming carbon neutral by the end of 2025, with plans to utilise renewable energy and alternative fuels. These commitments reflect Cipla's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint across its operations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 48,146,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 236,358,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Cipla's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Cipla's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 10% last year and increased by approximately 10% since 2024, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 53% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Cipla'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.
Cipla 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.
