Orion
Orion Corporation, commonly referred to as Orion, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industry, headquartered in South Korea (KR). Founded in 1966, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Asia and Europe, focusing on innovative healthcare solutions. Orion is renowned for its core products, which encompass prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The company distinguishes itself through its commitment to research and development, leading to unique offerings that address unmet medical needs. With a robust market position, Orion has achieved notable milestones, including significant advancements in oncology and neurology, solidifying its reputation as a trusted name in the healthcare sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Orion's score of 14 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Orion's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Orion reported total carbon emissions of approximately 67,703,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 27,090,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 40,613,000 kg CO2e. This marked a slight increase from 2021, when total emissions were approximately 65,129,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 25,822,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 39,307,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, the company recorded total emissions of about 67,947,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of approximately 26,860,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 41,087,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Orion has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any other climate pledges. The absence of defined reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments in line with industry standards. As a company headquartered in South Korea (KR), Orion's emissions profile reflects the broader challenges faced by the industry in achieving significant carbon reductions.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 26,860,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,087,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Orion is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
