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MGC BioPQQ Sustainability Profile

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MGC BioPQQ, a subsidiary of the MGC Group, is a leading player in the biotechnology industry, headquartered in Japan. Established in 2015, the company has rapidly gained recognition for its innovative approach to health and wellness, particularly in the development of bioactive compounds. Specialising in the production of Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ), MGC BioPQQ offers unique products that support cellular energy and overall vitality. Their commitment to quality and scientific research has positioned them as a trusted name in the market, catering to both domestic and international clients. With a focus on sustainability and cutting-edge technology, MGC BioPQQ continues to make significant strides in the health supplement sector, contributing to advancements in nutritional science and enhancing consumer well-being.

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34

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

MGC BioPQQ's score of 34 is higher than 58% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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MGC BioPQQ's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, MGC BioPQQ reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 715,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 682,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 9,265,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined amounted to about 1,396,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious long-term climate commitments, aiming for a zero-carbon society by 2050. This commitment encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with initiatives to promote energy transition starting in 2023. MGC BioPQQ's emissions data is not cascaded from a parent company, ensuring that the reported figures reflect its direct operations. The company is actively working towards reducing its carbon footprint while aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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20162017201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
749,010,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
222,812,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
7,134,439,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is MGC BioPQQ's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. MGC BioPQQ's primary industry is Chemicals, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is MGC BioPQQ's Location?

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Very high
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 MGC BioPQQ is in JP, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

MGC BioPQQ's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

MGC BioPQQ's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 30% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 57% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
57%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
29%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Use of Sold Products
3%
Capital Goods
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

MGC BioPQQ'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.

MGC BioPQQ 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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