Daewoong Pharmaceutical Sustainability Profile
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Daewoong, is a leading South Korean pharmaceutical company headquartered in Incheon, South Korea. Established in 1945, Daewoong has made significant strides in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on research and development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative medicines. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, with a diverse portfolio that includes prescription drugs, over-the-counter products, and biopharmaceuticals. Notable for its commitment to innovation, Daewoong has developed unique therapies in areas such as gastroenterology, neurology, and endocrinology. With a strong market position, Daewoong has achieved several milestones, including the successful launch of its biosimilar products, which have garnered recognition for their quality and efficacy. As a forward-thinking organisation, Daewoong Pharmaceutical continues to contribute to global health advancements.
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Daewoong Pharmaceutical's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Daewoong Pharmaceutical reported total emissions of approximately 32,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 9,675,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 23,296,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 34,706,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 10,184,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 24,522,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations and energy use. Daewoong Pharmaceutical has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Daewoong Pharmaceutical's emissions data reflects a commitment to monitoring and potentially reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction strategies or targets have not been established.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,843,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Daewoong Pharmaceutical'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.
Daewoong Pharmaceutical 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.
