Octapharma
Octapharma AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading global player in the biopharmaceutical industry, specialising in the development and production of human proteins derived from human plasma and recombinant technologies. Founded in 1983, Octapharma has established a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, with a commitment to innovation and quality. The company’s core product offerings include a range of immunoglobulins, coagulation factors, and albumin, which are essential for treating various medical conditions, including immune deficiencies and bleeding disorders. Octapharma is renowned for its dedication to patient safety and product efficacy, setting it apart in a competitive market. With a robust pipeline and a focus on research and development, Octapharma has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted name in the biopharmaceutical sector, committed to improving patient outcomes worldwide.
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Octapharma's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Octapharma reported total carbon emissions of approximately 177,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (102,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (4,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (71,000 kg CO2e). This represents a significant commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 30% reduction in overall emissions by 2028, building on a 22% reduction achieved since 2019. For 2024, Octapharma's production emissions are reported at about 1,160 kg CO2e per tonne of plasma, reflecting their ongoing efforts to monitor and manage their carbon footprint. The company is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, demonstrating a long-term vision for sustainability across all scopes of emissions. Octapharma's climate commitments are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that their targets and data are independently established. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while maintaining transparency in its emissions reporting.
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Octapharma is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
