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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
JP
updated a month ago

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd., a prominent player in the biopharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in Japan. Established in 2005, the company has rapidly evolved, focusing on the research, development, and production of innovative vaccines. With a strong operational presence in Asia and beyond, Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo is dedicated to addressing global health challenges through its advanced vaccine solutions. The company’s core offerings include a range of vaccines designed to combat infectious diseases, distinguished by their cutting-edge technology and rigorous safety standards. Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo has achieved notable milestones, including collaborations with international health organisations, positioning itself as a trusted name in vaccine development. With a commitment to quality and innovation, the company continues to play a vital role in enhancing public health worldwide.

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How does Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'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.

74

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing 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.

31

Industry Benchmark

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s score of 74 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and initiatives. While Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd. has not set specific reduction targets or disclosed its own climate pledges, it inherits sustainability initiatives from its parent company, Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited. This includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which aim to enhance corporate accountability in reducing carbon emissions and transitioning to renewable energy sources. As a subsidiary, Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd. aligns with the broader climate strategies of Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited, which are designed to mitigate environmental impact and promote sustainability within the pharmaceutical and vaccine sectors.

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Scope 1
182,519,000
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Scope 2
290,715,000
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Scope 3
5,704,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'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 Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd. is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 6% last year and increased significantly since 2011, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 85% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
85%
Capital Goods
5%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Business Travel
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd.'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.

Kitasato Daiichi Sankyo Vaccine Co., Ltd. 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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