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 score of 44 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Shionogi's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Shionogi & Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 214,942,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 40,373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 31,650,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 142,919,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Shionogi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by the fiscal year 2030/31, using the fiscal year 2019/20 as a baseline. Additionally, the company plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 20% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Over the years, Shionogi has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions data showing a focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company continues to work towards these goals, reflecting its dedication to environmental responsibility within the pharmaceutical sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 43,456,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 46,681,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 196,761,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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