Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries, commonly known as Julphar, is a leading pharmaceutical company headquartered in the United Arab Emirates (AE). Established in 1980, Julphar has grown to become a prominent player in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, focusing on the development, manufacturing, and distribution of high-quality pharmaceutical products. With a diverse portfolio that includes prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and biotechnology solutions, Julphar is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a robust research and development programme. Julphar's dedication to excellence has positioned it as a trusted name in the pharmaceutical industry, contributing to improved healthcare outcomes across its operational regions.
How does Gulf Pharmaceutical's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Gulf Pharmaceutical's score of 30 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries P.S.C. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 35,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where emissions were also around 48,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 36,000,000 kg CO2e. Gulf Pharmaceutical has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. In the near term, the company achieved a 3% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and a 2% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 2022 to 2023, attributed to decreased diesel and electricity consumption. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that Gulf Pharmaceutical independently reports its emissions and climate initiatives. The company is actively working towards its long-term sustainability goals while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,300,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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.
Gulf Pharmaceutical has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
