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Polypeptide

Polypeptide, officially known as Polypeptide Group, is a leading global player in the biopharmaceutical industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a key provider of high-quality peptide-based therapeutics, serving major operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. Specialising in the development and manufacturing of peptides, Polypeptide offers a unique portfolio of services that includes custom peptide synthesis, contract development, and production. Their commitment to innovation and quality has positioned them as a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Notable achievements include a robust pipeline of products and a reputation for excellence in peptide chemistry, making Polypeptide a prominent name in the biopharmaceutical landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Polypeptide's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

30

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.

13

Industry Benchmark

Polypeptide's score of 30 is lower 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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Polypeptide's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Polypeptide Group AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 88,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions amounted to about 5,604,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion (approximately 4,168,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (about 608,000 kg CO2e). Scope 2 emissions totalled around 4,323,000 kg CO2e, all from purchased electricity. The most significant contributor to their carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, which reached approximately 81,089,000 kg CO2e, with capital goods accounting for about 45,241,000 kg CO2e. Polypeptide has committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical targets have not been disclosed. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target. As a player in the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector, Polypeptide is actively working towards improving its sustainability practices in line with industry standards.

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2022
Scope 1
5,604,000
Scope 2
4,323,000
Scope 3
81,089,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

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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. Polypeptide is headquartered in CH, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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