Vifor AG
Vifor AG, a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe and North America. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in iron deficiency and nephrology, focusing on innovative therapies that address critical health needs. Vifor AG's core products include iron replacement therapies and treatments for chronic kidney disease, distinguished by their commitment to patient-centric solutions and high-quality standards. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of products that enhance its market position. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Vifor AG continues to make notable contributions to the healthcare landscape, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider of specialised medical solutions.
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Vifor AG's score of 6 is lower than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vifor AG's reported carbon emissions
Vifor AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), has reported its carbon emissions data up to 2017. In 2017, the company emitted approximately 5,205,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 4,076,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 1,130,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Vifor AG has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The emissions data from previous years shows a trend of increasing emissions, with 2016 emissions recorded at approximately 5,145,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 1 and 2 emissions contributing significantly to the total. The company has not established any Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in its sustainability strategy. Overall, Vifor AG's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and reduction strategies to align with industry standards and expectations for corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 2,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
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Vifor AG 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.
