European Medicines Agency
The European Medicines Agency (EMA), headquartered in the Netherlands, plays a pivotal role in the pharmaceutical industry by ensuring the safety and efficacy of medicines across Europe. Founded in 1995, the agency has been instrumental in the evaluation and supervision of medicinal products, facilitating access to innovative therapies for patients. With a focus on human and veterinary medicines, the EMA collaborates with national regulatory authorities to uphold high standards in public health. Its unique position allows for streamlined processes in drug approval, making it a cornerstone of the European healthcare landscape. Notable achievements include the rapid assessment of COVID-19 vaccines, showcasing its agility in responding to public health emergencies. The EMA continues to lead in regulatory science, fostering innovation while safeguarding patient safety.
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European Medicines Agency's score of 27 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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European Medicines Agency's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,901,900 kg CO2e, with all emissions classified under Scope 3, specifically from business travel, which accounted for about 1,682,900 kg CO2e. This marks a significant increase from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 979,900 kg CO2e, with business travel contributing about 791,600 kg CO2e. The EMA's emissions data for previous years shows a notable trend: in 2021, emissions were around 178,500 kg CO2e, and in 2020, they were approximately 809,100 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial rise in emissions over the past two years. Despite the increase in emissions, the EMA has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The agency's climate commitments remain vague, with no specific pledges or initiatives reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are directly reported by the European Medicines Agency. The agency's headquarters is located in the Netherlands (NL).
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 525,700 | 000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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European Medicines Agency 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.
