Uniphar
Uniphar plc, headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a leading player in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, specialising in the distribution of medicines and healthcare products. Founded in 1998, Uniphar has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Ireland and the UK, and has expanded its operations into various international markets. The company offers a diverse range of services, including supply chain management, clinical trial support, and commercialisation solutions for pharmaceutical companies. Uniphar's unique approach combines innovative technology with deep industry expertise, ensuring efficient delivery and compliance in a complex regulatory environment. Recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, Uniphar has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare sector. With a focus on enhancing patient outcomes, Uniphar continues to drive growth and innovation within the industry.
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Uniphar's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Uniphar reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 6,023,660 kg CO2e, comprising 2,833,110 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,190,550 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, with emissions data disclosed for both Scope 1 and Scope 2. For the previous year, 2023, Uniphar's emissions were significantly higher, totalling about 6,328,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,969,970 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,358,930 kg CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were reported at a staggering 875,620,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from their supply chain and product use. Uniphar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has pledged that 73.5% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Uniphar's commitment to addressing climate change within its operations and supply chain. Overall, Uniphar's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a clear focus on reducing their carbon footprint and engaging suppliers in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,954,880 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,794,840 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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