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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
SE
updated 2 months ago

Molnlycke Sustainability Profile

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Mölnlycke Health Care, commonly referred to as Mölnlycke, is a leading global provider of wound care and surgical solutions, headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1849, the company has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, focusing on innovative products that enhance patient outcomes. Mölnlycke is renowned for its advanced wound care products, including the Mepilex® range of foam dressings and the Safetac® technology, which minimises pain during dressing changes. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has positioned it as a trusted partner in healthcare, achieving notable milestones such as ISO certification and recognition for its sustainability efforts. With a robust market position, Mölnlycke continues to lead the industry by prioritising patient safety and comfort, making significant contributions to the fields of wound management and surgical care.

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100

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

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Molnlycke's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Mölnlycke Health Care reported total carbon emissions of approximately 549.1 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 52.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 10.5 million kg CO2e (market-based), and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 486.3 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. Furthermore, Mölnlycke aims to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has also established long-term targets, including a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2028. Additionally, Mölnlycke is focused on increasing its sourcing of renewable electricity from 23% in 2021 to 100% by 2024, maintaining this commitment through 2030. These initiatives reflect Mölnlycke's dedication to sustainability and its alignment with science-based targets, as confirmed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
31,751,000
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Scope 2
50,910,000
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Scope 3
200
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000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Molnlycke's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Molnlycke'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 Molnlycke is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Molnlycke's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Molnlycke's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 9% last year and increased significantly since 2017, 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 64% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
64%
Capital Goods
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Business Travel
6%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Employee Commuting
2%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

Molnlycke'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.

Molnlycke has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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