Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd., a prominent biopharmaceutical company, is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan (JP). Founded in 1949, the company has established a strong presence in the global healthcare industry, focusing on innovative drug development in areas such as oncology, nephrology, and immunology. Kyowa Kirin is renowned for its unique biologics and small molecule therapies, which leverage advanced technologies to address unmet medical needs. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of several key products that have positioned it as a leader in the biopharmaceutical sector. With a commitment to research and development, Kyowa Kirin continues to expand its operational footprint across major regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, solidifying its market position through strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of therapeutic solutions.
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In 2024, Kyowa Kirin reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 16,133,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 2,087,000 kg CO2e globally. The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which included approximately 98,054,000 kg CO2e from purchased goods and services, 57,473,000 kg CO2e from capital goods, and 2,159,000 kg CO2e from downstream leased assets. Kyowa Kirin has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. This target is part of a broader commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company has established an interim target of a 51% reduction in emissions by 2024 compared to 2019 levels. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to a 42% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 base year, while also focusing on measuring and reducing Scope 3 emissions. Furthermore, Kyowa Kirin is part of the Kirin Group, which has set a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. Overall, Kyowa Kirin's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with clear targets and a focus on reducing emissions across all scopes.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 17,244,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 34,687,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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