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Glass Products
DE
updated 2 months ago

Gerresheimer

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Gerresheimer AG, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, is a leading global partner for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Founded in 1864, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, specialising in the production of high-quality glass and plastic packaging solutions. With a focus on innovation, Gerresheimer offers a diverse range of products, including vials, syringes, and inhalers, designed to meet the stringent requirements of the healthcare sector. Their commitment to quality and sustainability sets them apart in a competitive market. Recognised for their advanced manufacturing capabilities and expertise, Gerresheimer has achieved significant milestones, positioning themselves as a trusted supplier to major pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Their dedication to excellence continues to drive their success in the industry.

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38

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Glass Products 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Gerresheimer's score of 38 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gerresheimer's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Gerresheimer AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,256,418,000 kg CO2e, comprising 256,418,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 152,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,302,738,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2023, where they were about 262,029,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Gerresheimer's commitments are further reinforced by its Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) targets, which include a 52% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030 from the FY2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy-related activities, upstream and downstream transportation, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 64% per EUR value added by FY2034, also from a FY2023 baseline. Overall, Gerresheimer AG is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the healthcare equipment and supplies sector.

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2017201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
258,527,000
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Scope 2
304,016,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
401,084,000
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0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gerresheimer's primary industry is Glass and glass products, which is high 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 Gerresheimer is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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
Reduction Actions

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