Shionogi
Shionogi & Co., Ltd., commonly known as Shionogi, is a prominent pharmaceutical company headquartered in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1878, Shionogi has established itself as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on research and development in areas such as infectious diseases, pain management, and central nervous system disorders. With a strong presence in Japan and expanding operations in North America and Europe, Shionogi is renowned for its innovative core products, including antiviral treatments and analgesics. The company’s commitment to advancing healthcare solutions has led to significant milestones, including the development of groundbreaking therapies that address unmet medical needs. Shionogi's dedication to quality and innovation has positioned it as a key player in the global pharmaceutical market, earning recognition for its contributions to public health and patient care.
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Shionogi's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Shionogi & Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 214,942,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 40,373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 31,650,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 142,919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which account for about 81,528,000 kg CO2e. Shionogi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by FY2030/31 from a FY2019/20 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services over the same timeframe. By 2050, Shionogi aims to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes. In terms of recent performance, Shionogi's Scope 1 emissions in Japan were reported at approximately 40,365,000 kg CO2e for 2023, showing a slight increase from 41,368,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Scope 2 emissions (market-based) also saw a decrease from 34,963,000 kg CO2e in 2022 to 25,759,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets for Scope 2 emissions, with a goal to reduce these emissions to near zero by 2025. Overall, Shionogi's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 41,349,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,362,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 135,213,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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