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Molnlycke Health Care AB, commonly known as Molnlycke, is a leading player in the pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing industry, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1849, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia.
Specialising in advanced wound care and surgical solutions, Molnlycke is renowned for its innovative products, such as the Mepilex® range of dressings and the BARRIER® surgical solutions. These offerings are distinguished by their commitment to enhancing patient outcomes and optimising clinical efficiency.
With a rich history marked by significant milestones, Molnlycke has solidified its market position as a trusted partner in healthcare, consistently recognised for its quality and innovation in the pharmaceutical sector.
+58 vs industry average
Molnlycke’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 132% since 0
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Mölnlycke, a Swedish pharmaceutical preparation manufacturer, reported total emissions of approximately 533,096,000 kg CO2e in 2025. This includes Scope 1 emissions of around 47,896,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of approximately 1,935,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 483,265,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to their Scope 3 emissions were purchased goods and services (approximately 295,119,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (around 78,101,000 kg CO2e).
The company has set ambitious climate commitments, with near-term Science Based Targets (SBTi) in place. Mölnlycke aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. They also commit to increasing active annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 23% in 2021 to 100% by the end of 2024 and maintaining 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2030. Furthermore, Mölnlycke is targeting a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, and waste generated in operations by 2028, against a 2021 baseline. The company also states that 63% of its suppliers by emissions covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2028.
For the long-term, Mölnlycke Health Care AB is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, including a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050 from a 2021 base year, and a 97% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions per tonne of sold product within the same timeframe. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Mölnlycke Health Care commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
2030
50% reduction in Scope 2
Mölnlycke Health Care commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Mölnlycke Health Care commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
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