Gedeon Richter
Gedeon Richter Plc, commonly referred to as Richter, is a prominent global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hungary (HU). Founded in 1901, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in women's health, central nervous system disorders, and generic pharmaceuticals, Richter is renowned for its innovative approach to drug development. The company’s core products include hormonal contraceptives and treatments for infertility, which are distinguished by their high quality and efficacy. Over the years, Gedeon Richter has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of new therapies. With a commitment to research and development, Richter has solidified its position as a key player in the global pharmaceutical market, recognised for its contributions to healthcare and patient well-being.
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Gedeon Richter's score of 36 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Gedeon Richter's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gedeon Richter reported total carbon emissions of approximately 289,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 60,777,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 84,557,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 143,779,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set an ambitious target to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, starting from a baseline year of 2020. In Hungary, Gedeon Richter's emissions for 2023 were approximately 197,000,000 kg CO2e, reflecting a commitment to sustainability within its operations. The company has consistently reported emissions across all scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. In 2022, global emissions were about 295,000,000 kg CO2e, while Hungary's emissions were approximately 213,000,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a proactive approach to managing and reducing carbon footprints, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 37,359,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 73,452,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 104,973,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Gedeon Richter is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
