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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., commonly known as Sun Pharma, is a leading global pharmaceutical company headquartered in India. Established in 1993, the company has grown to become one of the largest specialty generic pharmaceutical manufacturers in the world, with a strong presence in North America, Europe, and emerging markets. Sun Pharma focuses on a diverse range of therapeutic areas, including cardiology, psychiatry, neurology, and dermatology. Its core products encompass a wide array of generic medications, specialty pharmaceuticals, and over-the-counter products, distinguished by their high quality and affordability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous product approvals and a robust pipeline of innovative therapies. With a commitment to research and development, Sun Pharma has positioned itself as a key player in the global pharmaceutical landscape, recognised for its excellence in manufacturing and a strong market presence.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Sun Pharmaceutical Industries's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries's score of 47 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries reported total carbon emissions of approximately 67202660 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 352677540 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with additional Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 357265660 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across various operational scopes. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions, aiming for a 35% reduction in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This initiative underscores Sun Pharma's dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility within the pharmaceutical industry. Over the years, Sun Pharma has demonstrated a proactive approach to managing its emissions, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 emissions from approximately 94843900 kg CO2e in 2020 to about 67202660 kg CO2e in 2023. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions have also seen fluctuations, indicating ongoing efforts to enhance energy efficiency and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Overall, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, aligning with global climate goals and reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship.

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Scope 1
77,616,000
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Scope 2
377,728,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
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000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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

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