GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, commonly known as GSK, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, headquartered in India. Established in 2000, GSK has made significant strides in the realm of healthcare, focusing on innovative solutions across various therapeutic areas, including vaccines, pharmaceuticals, and consumer healthcare products.
With a strong operational presence in key regions such as Asia and Europe, GSK is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through its diverse portfolio. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to the creation of unique products that address unmet medical needs. GSK's market position is bolstered by its achievements in vaccine development and its extensive range of over-the-counter health products, making it a trusted name in the industry.
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Industry Intensity
Business Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Business Services industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited's reported carbon emissions
GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, headquartered in India and operating within the "Other business services" industry, reported total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10.7 million kg CO2e for the year ending March 2024. This is a slight decrease from approximately 10.7 million kg CO2e in the previous reporting year (ending March 2023) and approximately 11.0 million kg CO2e in the year ending March 2022. The company's emissions data is reported at the entity level. Scope 1 emissions for the year ending March 2024 were approximately 774,320 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9,957,920 kg CO2e. For the year ending March 2023, Scope 1 emissions were about 486,950 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 10,202,750 kg CO2e. In the year ending March 2022, Scope 1 emissions were around 286,210 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 10,708,440 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data is not currently disclosed by GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited. GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited's climate commitments and targets are cascaded from its ultimate parent company, GSK plc. This means that any emissions reduction targets, such as those set by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and commitments to initiatives like RE100 and the Climate Pledge, are established at the GSK plc corporate family level. Specific details regarding these cascaded targets and their progress are managed by GSK plc.
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GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative
Inherited from GSK plc
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from GSK plcThe Climate Pledge
Inherited from GSK plcUN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from GSK plcRE 100
Inherited from GSK plcClimate Action 100
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