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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
US
updated a month ago

Merck Animal Health Sustainability Profile

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Merck Animal Health, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., is a leading player in the global animal health industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1891, the company has a rich history of innovation, providing a comprehensive range of products and services that enhance the health and well-being of livestock and companion animals. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Merck Animal Health offers vaccines, pharmaceuticals, and diagnostic tools that are distinguished by their efficacy and safety. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to numerous breakthroughs in veterinary medicine. As a trusted partner for veterinarians and animal producers, Merck Animal Health continues to solidify its market position through a focus on sustainability and animal welfare, making significant contributions to the advancement of animal health worldwide.

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How does Merck Animal Health'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.

50

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

Merck Animal Health's score of 50 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Merck Animal Health's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC

Merck Animal Health, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. As a current subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., any climate commitments or emissions data would be inherited from its parent company. Merck & Co., Inc. has set ambitious climate targets, which include commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. These targets are cascaded down to Merck Animal Health, aligning with industry standards and best practices. The company is actively involved in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are managed at the parent company level. While specific reduction targets for Merck Animal Health are not detailed, the overarching goals from Merck & Co., Inc. reflect a commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon footprints across all subsidiaries. The company is also engaged in various climate pledges, further demonstrating its dedication to addressing climate change. In summary, while specific emissions data for Merck Animal Health is not available, the company is part of a larger corporate strategy focused on significant climate commitments and emissions reductions, inherited from its parent organisation, Merck & Co., Inc.

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201820222023
Scope 1
626.29
000,000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000,000
Scope 2
245.3
000,000,000,000,000
000,000,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000,000,000
0,000,000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Merck Animal Health's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Merck Animal Health'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 Merck Animal Health is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Merck Animal Health'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.

Merck Animal Health 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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