Fagron, a leading global player in the pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Latin America. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a pioneer in customised medicines, focusing on compounding and innovative pharmaceutical solutions tailored to individual patient needs. Fagron's core offerings include a diverse range of pharmaceutical products and services, such as sterile and non-sterile compounding, as well as advanced drug delivery systems. What sets Fagron apart is its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that healthcare professionals have access to tailored therapies that enhance patient outcomes. With a strong market position and a reputation for excellence, Fagron continues to achieve significant milestones in the pharmaceutical sector, reinforcing its status as a trusted partner in personalised medicine.
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In 2024, Fagron, headquartered in the Netherlands, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 293,227,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 3,871,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,554,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,414,010,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have shown a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 273,399,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 4,274,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 8,639,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 1,326,218,000 kg CO2e. Fagron has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. This target is part of a broader strategy that also includes a 25% reduction in selected Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Additionally, Fagron aims for 60% of its suppliers, in terms of emissions from purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by 2027. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has classified Fagron's targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,818,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,477,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Fagron's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 7% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 12% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Fagron has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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