Roche Holding AG
Roche Holding AG, commonly referred to as Roche, is a leading player in the pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing industry, headquartered in Basel, Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1896, Roche has established itself as a pioneer in innovative healthcare solutions, focusing on pharmaceuticals and diagnostics. The company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering cutting-edge treatments in oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases.
Roche is renowned for its unique combination of pharmaceuticals and diagnostic tools, enabling personalised medicine that tailors treatments to individual patient needs. With a strong market position, Roche consistently ranks among the top pharmaceutical companies globally, celebrated for its commitment to research and development. Notable achievements include breakthroughs in cancer therapies and a robust pipeline of innovative products, solidifying Roche's reputation as a leader in the healthcare sector.
+53 vs industry average
Roche Holding AG’s score of 91 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 0
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Roche Holding AG's reported carbon emissions
Roche Holding AG, headquartered in CH and operating in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry, has outlined ambitious climate commitments and reported significant carbon emissions. **Recent Emissions Data:** For the 2025 reporting year, Roche reported a total of approximately 4.52 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 211.96 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 8.53 million kg CO2e (market-based), and substantial Scope 3 emissions amounting to approximately 4.30 billion kg CO2e. In 2024, total emissions were approximately 4.43 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 245.83 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 69.20 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at approximately 4.11 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, the total emissions were approximately 6.37 billion kg CO2e, consisting of Scope 1 emissions of about 240.27 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 98.48 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling about 6.04 billion kg CO2e. **Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:** Roche Holding AG is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. Supporting this overarching goal, the company has set several near-term and long-term targets: * **Near-Term (by 2029, from a 2022 base year):** * A 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. * A 70% reduction in absolute Scope 2 GHG emissions. * A 22.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions for categories including fuel- and energy-related activities, waste generated in operations, and business travel. * A further 22.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions related to the use of sold products and their end-of-life treatment. * Commitment that 70% of suppliers, by emissions, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution will have science-based targets by 2029. * **Long-Term (by 2045, from a 2022 base year):** * A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions. * A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 2 GHG emissions. * A 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions. Additionally, Roche had a mid-term goal to reduce consumed energy from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources per employee by 15% within its own facilities by 2025, starting from a 2015 baseline.
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Roche Holding AG’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2 goals2025
15% reduction in Scope 1
Our mid-term goal is to reduce consumed energy from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources per employee by 15% within our own facilities by 2025.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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