Colorcon
Colorcon, a leading global provider of pharmaceutical excipients and coatings, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1961, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe and Asia, serving the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. Specialising in film coatings, functional excipients, and customised solutions, Colorcon is renowned for its innovative products that enhance drug delivery and stability. Their commitment to quality and regulatory compliance has positioned them as a trusted partner for manufacturers worldwide. With a focus on research and development, Colorcon has achieved significant milestones, including numerous patents and industry awards, solidifying its reputation as a market leader in the excipients sector.
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Colorcon's score of 6 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Colorcon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Colorcon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 31,022,100 kg CO2e, comprising 5,602,480 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 24,725,220 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 694,400 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, where Scope 2 emissions alone were about 22,690,000 kg CO2e, and from 2021, which recorded approximately 21,895,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. Colorcon is committed to reducing its carbon footprint, with a near-term target status classified as "Committed." However, the company has not set a net-zero target or specified a long-term reduction goal. Operating within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences sector, Colorcon's climate commitments reflect an ongoing effort to address its environmental impact, particularly in the context of increasing emissions across its operational scopes.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,895,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 |
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Colorcon 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.
