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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
SE
updated 22 days ago

Vitrolife Sustainability Profile

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Vitrolife AB, headquartered in Sweden, is a leading player in the reproductive health industry, specialising in products and services for assisted reproductive technology (ART). Founded in 1994, the company has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Vitrolife is renowned for its innovative solutions, including culture media, cryopreservation products, and laboratory equipment designed to enhance the success rates of IVF treatments. Their commitment to quality and research has positioned them as a trusted partner for fertility clinics worldwide. With a focus on advancing reproductive medicine, Vitrolife continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the field.

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69

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.

34

Industry Benchmark

Vitrolife's score of 69 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Vitrolife's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Vitrolife reported total carbon emissions of approximately 19,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 18,725,000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 1 emissions were about 742,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,200,000 kg CO2e (market-based). For 2023, Vitrolife's emissions were approximately 26,531,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at about 26,531,000 kg CO2e, Scope 1 at around 737,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 at approximately 1,180,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Vitrolife has set ambitious near-term targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 base year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from various categories, including purchased goods and services, by 51.6% per million SEK value added within the same timeframe. These targets reflect Vitrolife's commitment to align with climate science and contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from Vitrolife AB (publ), ensuring transparency and accountability in their climate commitments.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
523,000
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0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
808,000
000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
1,867,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Vitrolife's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Vitrolife'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 Vitrolife is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Vitrolife's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Vitrolife's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 29% last year and increased by approximately 903% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 32% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
32%
Purchased Goods and Services
23%
Business Travel
14%
Employee Commuting
12%
Capital Goods
5%
Use of Sold Products
5%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
5%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Vitrolife'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.

Vitrolife 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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