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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
CA
updated 2 months ago

Shire Pharma Canada ULC Sustainability Profile

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Shire Pharma Canada ULC, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company, is a leading player in the biopharmaceutical industry, headquartered in Canada. Established in 1986, Shire has made significant strides in developing innovative therapies for rare diseases, particularly in the fields of neuroscience, immunology, and genetic disorders. With a strong presence across Canada, Shire is renowned for its core products, including treatments for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and rare genetic conditions. The company’s commitment to patient-centric solutions and its robust pipeline of unique therapies have solidified its position as a trusted name in the pharmaceutical landscape. Notable achievements include pioneering advancements in enzyme replacement therapies, which have transformed the lives of patients with rare metabolic disorders.

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72

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

34

Industry Benchmark

Shire Pharma Canada ULC's score of 72 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shire Pharma Canada ULC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited

Shire Pharma Canada ULC currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the company is part of a corporate family relationship with Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. Takeda has set ambitious targets for carbon reduction, which are cascaded down to Shire Pharma Canada ULC. These initiatives include participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in climate action. While specific reduction targets for Shire Pharma Canada ULC are not detailed, the overarching commitments from Takeda reflect a strong dedication to sustainability and reducing environmental impact. The company is also involved in initiatives like RE100 and the Climate Pledge, further demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change. In summary, while Shire Pharma Canada ULC does not have specific emissions data or reduction targets available, it aligns with the climate commitments and strategies of its parent company, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited, to drive sustainability efforts within its operations.

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Scope 1
96,000,000
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Scope 2
161,000,000
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Scope 3
226,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Shire Pharma Canada ULC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shire Pharma Canada ULC's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shire Pharma Canada ULC's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Shire Pharma Canada ULC is in CA, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Shire Pharma Canada ULC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Shire Pharma Canada ULC's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 29% last year and increased significantly since 2015, 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 63% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
63%
Capital Goods
8%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
5%
Business Travel
4%
Investments
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Processing of Sold Products
<1%

Shire Pharma Canada ULC's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Shire Pharma Canada ULC 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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