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Vetter Pharma Sustainability Profile

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Vetter Pharma, officially known as Vetter Pharma-Fertigung GmbH & Co. KG, is a leading global provider of aseptic filling and packaging services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Headquartered in Ravensburg, Germany, the company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, catering to a diverse clientele. Founded in 1950, Vetter Pharma has achieved significant milestones, including the development of innovative delivery systems and a commitment to high-quality standards. The company specialises in prefilled syringes, vials, and cartridges, distinguished by their precision and reliability. Vetter's strong market position is underscored by its reputation for excellence and a robust portfolio of services that support drug development and commercialisation. With a focus on customer-centric solutions, Vetter Pharma continues to be a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of healthcare.

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42

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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Vetter Pharma's score of 42 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vetter Pharma's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Vetter Pharma reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,986,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 16,044,200 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 3,778,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from business travel (about 634,960 kg CO2e) and waste generated in operations (approximately 2,891,810 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded about 17,852,000 kg CO2e in total emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 17,852,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 3,613,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. Vetter Pharma has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a substantial reduction of 58.8% in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2034, using 2021 as the base year. This target is currently being validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, the company is committed to achieving an annual reduction of 4.2% in CO2 emissions from both Scope 1 and Scope 2, starting from 2021 and continuing until 2030. Long-term, Vetter Pharma aims to achieve net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, reflecting its commitment to sustainable practices within the pharmaceutical industry. The company also plans for 80% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by 2029, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.

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2021202220232024
Scope 1
19,683,000
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00,000,000
Scope 2
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Scope 3
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Vetter Pharma's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Vetter Pharma's primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Vetter Pharma'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 Vetter Pharma is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Vetter Pharma's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Vetter Pharma's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 5% last year and increased by approximately 32% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Waste Generated in Operations" being the largest emissions source at 77% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Waste Generated in Operations
77%
Business Travel
17%

Vetter Pharma'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.

Vetter Pharma 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
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