Quintiles Transnational Corp., commonly known as Quintiles, is a leading global provider of integrated biopharmaceutical solutions, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1982, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Quintiles specialises in offering comprehensive services such as clinical development, commercialisation, and consulting, which are tailored to meet the unique needs of its clients in the life sciences sector. With a commitment to innovation, Quintiles has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with IMS Health in 2016, creating a powerhouse in the healthcare analytics space. The company is renowned for its advanced data-driven solutions and deep therapeutic expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide. Quintiles continues to lead the industry with its unique approach to improving patient outcomes and accelerating drug development processes.
How does Quintiles Transnational Corp.'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.
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Quintiles Transnational Corp.'s score of 72 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Quintiles Transnational Corp., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is part of a corporate family that includes IQVIA Holdings Inc., from which it inherits emissions data and climate commitments. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges directly attributed to Quintiles Transnational Corp. However, it is important to note that any climate initiatives or targets would be cascaded from IQVIA Holdings Inc. at a level 2 relationship. This means that any commitments or performance metrics related to emissions reductions would be derived from IQVIA's sustainability strategies and reporting. In the absence of specific emissions data or reduction targets, Quintiles Transnational Corp. is positioned within an industry context that increasingly prioritises climate action and sustainability. The company may align with broader industry standards and practices as part of its commitment to environmental responsibility, although specific initiatives or targets have not been disclosed.
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| 2012 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 43,577,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 48,394,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 45,222,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Quintiles Transnational Corp.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 966% since 2012, 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 57% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Quintiles Transnational Corp. 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.