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updated 2 months ago

Icon Limited Sustainability Profile

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Icon Limited, a leading global provider in the clinical research industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a key player in the development of innovative solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device sectors. With a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Icon Limited offers a comprehensive range of services, including clinical trial management, data analytics, and regulatory consulting. What sets Icon Limited apart is its commitment to leveraging advanced technology and deep industry expertise to enhance trial efficiency and patient engagement. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous successful drug approvals and partnerships with top-tier clients. Recognised for its excellence, Icon Limited continues to solidify its market position as a trusted partner in the pursuit of medical advancements.

DitchCarbon Score

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26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Icon Limited's score of 26 is lower than 56% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Icon Limited's reported carbon emissions

Icon Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is classified as a current subsidiary and inherits its climate commitments and data from its parent organization, which is not specified in the available information. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Icon Limited's climate commitments and reduction initiatives are not detailed in the provided information. There are no documented reduction targets or initiatives such as those from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. As a current subsidiary, Icon Limited may align its sustainability efforts with broader corporate strategies from its parent organization, but specific details on these initiatives or targets are not available. The company appears to be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy and emissions reporting.

How Carbon Intensive is Icon Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Icon Limited's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Icon Limited's Location?

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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 Icon Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Icon Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Icon Limited 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.

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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