Perrigo Sustainability Profile
Perrigo Company plc, commonly known as Perrigo, is a leading global healthcare supplier headquartered in Ireland (IE). Founded in 1887, the company has established a strong presence in the over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription pharmaceutical markets, focusing on consumer self-care products. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Australia, Perrigo is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare solutions. Perrigo's core offerings include a diverse range of OTC medications, dietary supplements, and infant formula, all designed to enhance consumer well-being. The company is recognised for its commitment to innovation and quality, which has solidified its position as a trusted name in the industry. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of private label products, making Perrigo a key player in the global self-care market.
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Perrigo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Perrigo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 761,636,000 kg CO2e. This includes 68,712,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 77,716,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 614,443,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by capital goods, which account for about 435,910,000 kg CO2e. Perrigo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute carbon emissions from its operations by 42% by 2030 compared to 2022 levels. This target applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its supply chain and operations by 2040, encompassing all scopes of emissions. The emissions data is sourced directly from Perrigo Company plc, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. The company is actively working towards its sustainability goals, reflecting a strong commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Perrigo's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Perrigo's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 12% since 2022, 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 "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Perrigo'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.
Perrigo 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.
