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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
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Swedish Orphan Biovitrum Sustainability Profile

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Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB, commonly known as Sobi, is a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1991, Sobi has established itself as a key player in the biotechnology industry, focusing on rare diseases and specialty care. With a strong operational presence across Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region, Sobi is dedicated to developing innovative therapies that address unmet medical needs. Sobi's core product portfolio includes treatments for haemophilia, inflammation, and genetic disorders, distinguished by their commitment to patient-centric solutions and advanced biopharmaceutical technologies. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of therapies, solidifying its market position as a trusted provider in the rare disease sector. Sobi continues to make strides in improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for those affected by complex health conditions.

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60

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

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's score of 60 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Swedish Orphan Biovitrum (Sobi) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 253.3 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 771,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 251.5 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, Sobi's total emissions were about 195 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 815,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 193.1 million kg CO2e. Sobi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030. They have also established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 37.8% by FY2029, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, Sobi is committed to ensuring that 65% of its suppliers, by spend, covering purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by FY2029. These initiatives reflect Sobi's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its operational greenhouse gas footprint, aligning with industry standards and global climate goals.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
400,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
1,200,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000
-
-
-
-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Swedish Orphan Biovitrum'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 Swedish Orphan Biovitrum is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 30% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 86% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
86%
Capital Goods
7%
Business Travel
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum'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.

Swedish Orphan Biovitrum has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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