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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In 2023, Viatris reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 751,600,000 kg CO2e, comprising 335,600,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 416,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its GHG emissions, committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Viatris aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation, by 25% within the same timeframe. In the UK, Viatris has also pledged to support a net-zero ambition by 2050, further demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. The company's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Viatris's emissions data and reduction initiatives reflect its proactive approach to addressing climate change and enhancing its environmental responsibility.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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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