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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated, commonly known as Vertex, is a leading biotechnology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1989, Vertex has established itself as a pioneer in the development of transformative therapies for serious diseases, particularly in the field of cystic fibrosis. With major operational regions across North America and Europe, the company focuses on innovative drug discovery and development. Vertex is renowned for its unique portfolio of cystic fibrosis treatments, including Kalydeco, Orkambi, and Trikafta, which have significantly improved the quality of life for patients. The company’s commitment to research and development has positioned it as a market leader, achieving notable milestones such as the first approved therapy for the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis. Vertex continues to drive advancements in biotechnology, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the industry.

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How does Vertex Pharmaceuticals's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

50

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Vertex Pharmaceuticals's score of 50 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Vertex Pharmaceuticals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 551,647,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 551,647,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 8,976,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled about 3,930,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to approximately 12,906,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 474,129,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 8,311,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,888,000 kg CO2e, leading to a total of approximately 13,198,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. Vertex Pharmaceuticals has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded data from any parent organisation, and its emissions data is solely attributed to Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated. Overall, Vertex Pharmaceuticals is actively monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes, but further details on reduction strategies or commitments remain unspecified.

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Scope 1
5,957,000
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
11,304,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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-
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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

Location emissions intensity

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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 Vertex Pharmaceuticals is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
Reduction Actions

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