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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
US
updated 3 months ago

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Sustainability Profile

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Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, commonly referred to as Ligand, is a prominent biopharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, Ligand has established itself as a leader in the life sciences industry, focusing on the development of innovative therapies and drug discovery solutions. The company operates primarily in the United States, with significant influence in global markets. Ligand's core business areas include the development of proprietary drug candidates and the licensing of its extensive portfolio of drug discovery technologies. Notable products such as the Captisol® technology, which enhances the solubility and stability of pharmaceutical compounds, set Ligand apart in the competitive landscape. With a strong market position, Ligand has achieved numerous milestones, including strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies, solidifying its reputation as a key player in advancing healthcare solutions.

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23

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.

34

Industry Benchmark

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated's score of 23 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated's reported carbon emissions

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, there are no specific figures regarding their Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, the company has not outlined any formal reduction targets or commitments to climate initiatives, such as those from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other industry standards. Without emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how Ligand Pharmaceuticals is addressing climate change within its operations. The absence of reported emissions and commitments may reflect a broader trend in the industry, where many companies are still developing their sustainability strategies.

How Carbon Intensive is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated'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 Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated'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.

Ligand Pharmaceuticals Incorporated 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
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