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Dechra

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, commonly known as Dechra, is a leading global veterinary pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1997, Dechra has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Australia, focusing on the development and marketing of high-quality products for companion animals and livestock. Specialising in veterinary medicines, Dechra offers a diverse range of core products, including anaesthetics, dermatology treatments, and nutritional supplements. What sets Dechra apart is its commitment to innovation and quality, ensuring that its products meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy. With a robust market position, Dechra has achieved significant milestones, including numerous product launches and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in animal health. The company continues to lead the way in veterinary pharmaceuticals, dedicated to improving the health and well-being of animals worldwide.

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54

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

30

Industry Benchmark

Dechra's score of 54 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dechra's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Dechra Pharmaceuticals reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,375,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,709,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,896,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,770,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In the UK, their emissions for the same year were about 1,240,000 kg CO2e, with 489,757 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 607,104 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 144,040 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Dechra has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they aim to decrease Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per GBP value added within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Dechra's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the pharmaceutical sector.

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Scope 1
6,747,000
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Scope 2
4,969,000
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Scope 3
2,347,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dechra's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Dechra is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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