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Ppd Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Ppd Inc., a leading global contract research organisation (CRO), is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1985, Ppd has established itself as a pivotal player in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, providing comprehensive drug development and laboratory services. The company offers a unique blend of clinical development, laboratory services, and patient recruitment solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and quality. Ppd Inc. has achieved significant milestones, including numerous successful partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider in the industry. With a focus on enhancing the efficiency of drug development processes, Ppd continues to drive advancements that benefit clients and patients alike.

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100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services 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.

28

Industry Benchmark

Ppd Inc.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ppd Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Ppd Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for reporting. The company is a current subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., and as such, it inherits emissions data and climate commitments from its parent organisation. While no absolute emissions figures are provided, Ppd Inc. aligns with the sustainability initiatives and targets set by Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. at a cascade level of three. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are managed by Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. Ppd Inc. is committed to reducing its carbon footprint in line with the broader corporate family’s sustainability goals, although specific reduction targets or achievements have not been disclosed. The company is expected to adhere to industry-standard climate terminology and practices as part of its commitment to environmental responsibility. In summary, while Ppd Inc. does not report specific emissions data, it is integrated into the climate strategies of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., reflecting a commitment to sustainability within its operational framework.

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Scope 1
321,190,000
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Scope 2
486,151,000
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000,000,000
Scope 3
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00,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Ppd Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ppd Inc.'s primary industry is Research Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ppd Inc.'s Location?

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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 Ppd Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ppd Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ppd Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 26% last year and decreased by approximately 37% since 2021, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
58%
Use of Sold Products
18%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
13%
Capital Goods
3%
Employee Commuting
3%
Business Travel
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Ppd Inc.'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.

Ppd Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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