Lonza
Lonza Group AG, commonly referred to as Lonza, is a leading global provider of integrated solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty ingredients sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), Lonza operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering innovative products and services that cater to diverse industry needs. Founded in 1897, Lonza has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in cell and gene therapy manufacturing. The company is renowned for its high-quality contract development and manufacturing services (CDMO), as well as its extensive portfolio of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and custom manufacturing solutions. Lonza's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology positions it as a market leader, consistently recognised for its contributions to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
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Lonza's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Lonza Group Ltd reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,218,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 319,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 218,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 1,878,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Lonza aims to achieve a 50% reduction in energy and waste intensity by 2030, compared to 2018 levels. Lonza is also pursuing a long-term goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. This includes a comprehensive climate plan that targets a reduction of more than 40% in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of 2030. Furthermore, the company has committed that 79% of its suppliers will have science-based targets by 2028, covering emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution. These initiatives reflect Lonza's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change, aligning with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in emissions management.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 574,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 348,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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