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STADA Arzneimittel Aktiengesellschaft, commonly referred to as STADA, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing industry, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1895, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and beyond, focusing on the development and production of high-quality generic and over-the-counter (OTC) products.
STADA's core offerings include a diverse range of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the areas of pain relief, allergy treatment, and dermatology. What sets STADA apart is its commitment to quality and accessibility, ensuring that essential medications are available to a broad audience. With a robust market position, STADA has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its product portfolio and global reach. As a trusted name in the pharmaceutical sector, STADA continues to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving needs of healthcare providers and patients alike.
+16 vs industry average
STADA Arzneimittel Aktiengesellschaft’s score of 58 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 132% since 0
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
STADA Arzneimittel Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Germany and operating in Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, has set climate commitments to reduce its carbon emissions.
For the year 2025, STADA projects total emissions of approximately 739.8 million kg CO2e. This includes about 42.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 26.1 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and around 670.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 are purchased goods and services (approximately 566.5 million kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 38.5 million kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 33.3 million kg CO2e).
In 2024, STADA reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 40.9 million kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions of about 29.9 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, STADA reported total emissions of about 754.7 million kg CO2e. This comprised approximately 40.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, around 41.7 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and about 672.8 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Significant Scope 3 categories included purchased goods and services (approximately 574.8 million kg CO2e), upstream transportation and distribution (approximately 41.6 million kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 31.6 million kg CO2e).
STADA has committed to an absolute reduction target for its Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company aims to decrease these emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This commitment aligns with the 1.5°C global warming target and includes efforts to increase renewable energy use and energy efficiency. STADA's near-term targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions are currently classified as "Committed" by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
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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Data year: 2025
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