RaiaDrogasil, officially known as Raia Drogasil S.A., is a leading player in the Brazilian pharmaceutical retail industry, headquartered in São Paulo. Established in 2011 through the merger of two prominent pharmacy chains, Raia and Drogasil, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint across major regions in Brazil, boasting over 1,000 stores nationwide. Specialising in the sale of prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and health and beauty products, RaiaDrogasil distinguishes itself with a commitment to customer service and a diverse product range. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being listed on the B3 stock exchange, which underscores its robust market position. With a focus on innovation and accessibility, RaiaDrogasil continues to enhance the health and wellness of Brazilian consumers.
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RaiaDrogasil's score of 33 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, RaiaDrogasil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 587.3 million tonnes CO2e. This figure includes 29.1 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 7.8 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 553.2 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a wide range of activities including purchased goods and services, employee commuting, and transportation. Over the years, RaiaDrogasil's emissions have shown a notable increase, with total emissions rising from about 7.7 million tonnes CO2e in 2017 to 58.7 million tonnes CO2e in 2022. The breakdown of emissions in 2022 highlights the substantial impact of Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for approximately 94% of the total emissions. Despite the lack of specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented, the company is part of an industry increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. As such, RaiaDrogasil's commitment to addressing climate change aligns with broader industry trends, although specific initiatives or targets have not been publicly outlined.
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Add to project2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,528,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 6,156,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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RaiaDrogasil is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.