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Pharma Mar

Pharma Mar, officially known as Pharma Mar S.A., is a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the research and development of marine-derived medicines, particularly in the oncology sector. With a strong focus on innovative therapies, Pharma Mar has made significant strides in the treatment of cancer, leveraging unique compounds sourced from the ocean. The company’s flagship products, including Yondelis and Aplidin, are distinguished by their novel mechanisms of action and have garnered attention in both clinical and commercial arenas. Pharma Mar's commitment to advancing cancer treatment has positioned it as a key player in the global biopharmaceutical landscape, with a robust pipeline and strategic partnerships enhancing its market presence.

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77

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Pharma Mar's score of 77 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Pharma Mar's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Pharma Mar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 17,719,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 2,470,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. The majority of their emissions, about 16,132,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes emissions from the entire value chain, such as capital goods and purchased goods and services. Pharma Mar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Furthermore, the company has committed to a significant long-term target of reducing total emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In summary, Pharma Mar is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions, with clear targets set for both the near and long term, reflecting its commitment to sustainability and climate action.

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1,373,000
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Scope 2
1,237,000
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Scope 3
12,449,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pharma Mar's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Pharma Mar is in ES, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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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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