DAIICHI SANKYO GROUP
DAIICHI SANKYO GROUP, a prominent player in the global pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in Japan (JP) and operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Founded in 2005 through the merger of Daiichi Pharmaceutical and Sankyo Company, Limited, the group has since achieved significant milestones, including advancements in oncology and cardiovascular treatments. Specialising in innovative medicines, DAIICHI SANKYO is renowned for its unique drug development capabilities, particularly in targeted therapies and biologics. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a leader in the pharmaceutical market, with notable achievements such as the successful launch of several blockbuster drugs. With a strong focus on improving patient outcomes, DAIICHI SANKYO continues to make strides in the healthcare sector, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in pharmaceuticals.
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DAIICHI SANKYO GROUP's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, DAIICHI SANKYO GROUP reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 4,430,241,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 85,245,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 23,994,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 4,430,241,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This marked a significant increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to previous years, highlighting the importance of addressing upstream supply chain impacts. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by FY2050. To achieve this, DAIICHI SANKYO has established several near-term targets, including a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 63% by FY2030 from a FY2015 baseline. Additionally, they plan to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 4% in FY2015 to 100% by FY2030. Furthermore, DAIICHI SANKYO aims for 70.6% of its suppliers, based on emissions, to have science-based targets by FY2025. In 2021, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 88,249,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 103,150,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at approximately 513,874,000 kg CO2e. By 2022, Scope 1 emissions decreased to about 86,006,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions significantly dropped to approximately 23,729,000 kg CO2e, indicating progress in reducing direct emissions. DAIICHI SANKYO's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its adherence to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which validates its targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to well below 2°C. The company is actively working to enhance its environmental performance and reduce its carbon footprint across all operations.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 86,785,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 96,080,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 609,954,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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