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updated 2 months ago

Sigma Healthcare Sustainability Profile

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Sigma Healthcare, a leading Australian pharmaceutical wholesaler, is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 1905, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the healthcare industry, particularly in the distribution of pharmaceuticals and healthcare products across Australia and New Zealand. Sigma Healthcare operates primarily in the pharmaceutical distribution sector, providing a comprehensive range of services that include logistics, supply chain management, and retail pharmacy support. Its unique offerings, such as the Sigma Pharmacy Network, empower independent pharmacies with the tools and resources needed to thrive in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Sigma Healthcare has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions and partnerships that enhance its service capabilities. The company is committed to delivering quality healthcare solutions, making it a trusted partner for pharmacies and healthcare providers alike.

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30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Health Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Sigma Healthcare's score of 30 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sigma Healthcare's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Sigma Healthcare reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,673,000 kg CO2e, comprising 276,720 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 7,396,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2024, where emissions were about 6,601,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,570 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 6,594,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 8,613,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 3,370 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 8,610,000 kg CO2e. Sigma Healthcare has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company is committed to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. These targets reflect Sigma's proactive approach to addressing climate change and align with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is cascaded from Sigma Healthcare Limited, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its environmental reporting. The company is actively working towards its climate goals, demonstrating a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in the healthcare sector.

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202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
366,600,000
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0,000
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000,000
Scope 2
181,400,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
378,700,000
000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Sigma Healthcare's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sigma Healthcare's primary industry is Health Services, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sigma Healthcare'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 Sigma Healthcare is in AU, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sigma Healthcare'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.

Sigma Healthcare 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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