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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
US
updated 2 months ago

The Medicines Company Sustainability Profile

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The Medicines Company, a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across major global markets. Founded in 1996, the company has made significant strides in developing innovative therapies, particularly in the fields of cardiovascular and infectious diseases. Renowned for its flagship product, inclisiran, The Medicines Company focuses on delivering unique solutions that address unmet medical needs. This groundbreaking treatment for hypercholesterolemia exemplifies the company's commitment to advancing patient care through cutting-edge science. With a strong market position, The Medicines Company has achieved notable milestones, including successful clinical trials and strategic partnerships that enhance its research capabilities. As a leader in the biopharmaceutical sector, the company continues to push the boundaries of medical innovation, striving to improve health outcomes worldwide.

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100

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

The Medicines Company's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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The Medicines Company's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Novartis AG

The Medicines Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. However, it is important to note that The Medicines Company is a current subsidiary of Novartis AG, which provides emissions data and climate commitments through a cascading relationship. Novartis AG has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2025 for Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while also addressing Scope 3 emissions in the supply chain. The Medicines Company benefits from Novartis's initiatives, including participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the RE100 initiative, which aims for 100% renewable electricity. These commitments reflect a strong corporate responsibility towards climate action and sustainability. While specific reduction targets for The Medicines Company are not detailed, the overarching goals set by Novartis AG indicate a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and enhancing environmental stewardship within the pharmaceutical industry.

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Scope 1
583,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
922,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is The Medicines Company's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is The Medicines Company'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 The Medicines Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Medicines Company's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The Medicines Company's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and increased significantly since 2013, 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 78% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
78%
Capital Goods
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Business Travel
3%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Investments
2%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Employee Commuting
2%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

The Medicines Company'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.

The Medicines Company 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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