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United States Pharmacopeia

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP), a prominent authority in the pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, US. Founded in 1820, USP has played a pivotal role in establishing quality standards for medicines, food ingredients, and dietary supplements. With a commitment to public health, USP develops and disseminates scientifically-based standards that ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of products. USP's core offerings include the Pharmacopeia and National Formulary, which provide comprehensive monographs and quality standards. These resources are unique in their rigorous scientific validation and global acceptance, making USP a trusted partner for manufacturers and regulators alike. Recognised for its leadership in promoting safe and effective healthcare, USP continues to influence the pharmaceutical landscape, ensuring that patients receive high-quality products worldwide.

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18

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

United States Pharmacopeia's score of 18 is lower than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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United States Pharmacopeia's reported carbon emissions

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific reduction targets. Without emissions figures, it is challenging to assess their carbon footprint or the scope of their emissions (Scope 1, 2, or 3). However, USP is committed to addressing climate change and may be involved in broader industry initiatives aimed at sustainability and reducing environmental impact. As the organisation continues to develop its climate commitments, stakeholders can expect future updates on their emissions and reduction strategies.

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

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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. United States Pharmacopeia is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low 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.

United States Pharmacopeia 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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