Viatris
Viatris Inc., a global healthcare company formed through the merger of Mylan and Upjohn, is headquartered in the United States. Established in 2020, Viatris operates in over 165 countries, focusing on the pharmaceutical industry with a commitment to providing access to high-quality medicines. The company’s core business areas include generic and specialty pharmaceuticals, biosimilars, and over-the-counter products. Viatris is renowned for its extensive portfolio, which features a diverse range of medications that address various health conditions, including chronic diseases and infectious diseases. Its unique approach combines a broad product offering with a strong emphasis on patient access and affordability. With a significant market presence, Viatris has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of its legacy companies and a commitment to sustainable healthcare solutions.
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Viatris's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Viatris reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,105,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 and 295,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 emissions in the UK. Notably, Scope 1 emissions were recorded at zero. Globally, the company’s emissions included about 335,600,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 416,100,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a total of around 751,600,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. Viatris has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Viatris has committed to achieving net zero emissions for its UK operations by 2050, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 299,000,000 | 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 | 354,000,000 | 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 3 | 653,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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