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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In 2023, Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (Sobi) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1551 tonnes CO2e, comprising 510 tonnes CO2e from Scope 1, 457 tonnes CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 124,565 tonnes CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a notable increase in emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 1351 tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at 495 tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 359 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at 112,957 tonnes CO2e. Sobi has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its operational greenhouse gas (GHG) footprint to net zero emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has committed to a 50% reduction in its operational GHG footprint from a 2015 baseline by 2025 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, Sobi has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 37.8% by FY2029, using FY2023 as the base year. The company also aims for 65% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by FY2029. These targets align with industry standards and reflect Sobi's commitment to addressing climate change within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector. The emissions data and reduction initiatives are sourced directly from Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ) and are not cascaded from any parent organization.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 156,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 2 | 129,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | 922,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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