Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, commonly referred to as Sun Pharma, is a leading Indian multinational specialising in chemicals and pharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, the company operates extensively across Asia, North America, and other key markets, establishing a significant global footprint. Founded in 1983, Sun Pharma has grown to become one of the largest and most respected players in the chemicals nec industry, with a focus on innovative formulations and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of prescription medicines, generics, and specialised healthcare products. What sets Sun Pharma apart is its commitment to research and development, enabling it to deliver high-quality, affordable medicines. Recognised for its market leadership and strategic acquisitions, Sun Pharma continues to strengthen its position as a prominent force in the global chemicals and pharmaceutical sectors.
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Industry Intensity
Chemicals is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Chemicals industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries's reported carbon emissions
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, headquartered in India and operating within the Chemicals nec sector, has outlined significant climate commitments. The company aims to achieve a 35% reduction in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as its baseline year. This target is being pursued through strategies focused on energy efficiency and investments in clean energy.
For the reporting year 2026, Sun Pharma reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 63,388,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 261,170,000 kg CO2e.
In 2025, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 156,242,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 236,080,000 kg CO2e.
For the reporting year 2024 (which also appears to be reported as 2025 in some documentation), Sun Pharma disclosed Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 45,606,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 323,237,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 379,788,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to their Scope 3 emissions in this period included purchased goods and services (approximately 236,932,000 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 87,270,000 kg CO2e).
In 2023 (also reported as 2024 in some documentation), the company reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 67,203,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 352,678,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 357,265,660 kg CO2e.
Historical data shows Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 419,206,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions amounted to approximately 418,949,000 kg CO2e. For 2020, Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 451,069,000 kg CO2e. In 2019, Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 455,344,000 kg CO2e.
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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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