The European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA), headquartered in Belgium, represents the pharmaceutical industry across Europe. Founded in 1978, EFPIA plays a pivotal role in advocating for the interests of its members, which include leading pharmaceutical companies and national associations. The organisation focuses on key areas such as research and development, access to medicines, and healthcare policy. With a commitment to innovation, EFPIA supports initiatives that enhance patient access to high-quality treatments while promoting sustainable healthcare systems. Its unique position as a bridge between the pharmaceutical industry and European policymakers enables it to influence critical discussions on health and medicine. Notable achievements include significant contributions to public health and the advancement of regulatory frameworks that benefit both patients and the industry.
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In 2022, Efpia reported significant carbon emissions totalling approximately 97,100,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 8,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 4,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a substantial 97,100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Efpia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline. This is part of a longer-term goal to achieve a 95% reduction by 2040. These targets reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for sustainability. The organisation's initiatives are supported by data from the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations, ensuring a comprehensive approach to emissions reduction. Efpia's ongoing efforts demonstrate a proactive stance in mitigating climate impact within the pharmaceutical sector.
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Scope 1 | 8,900,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,900,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 97,100,000,000 |
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Efpia is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.