Wuxi Apptec
Wuxi Apptec, a leading global contract research, development, and manufacturing organisation (CRDMO), is headquartered in Wuxi, China. Founded in 2000, the company has expanded its operational footprint across North America, Europe, and Asia, establishing itself as a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry. Wuxi Apptec offers a comprehensive suite of services, including drug discovery, development, and manufacturing, which are distinguished by their innovative technologies and commitment to quality. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the establishment of multiple state-of-the-art facilities and a robust portfolio of partnerships with major pharmaceutical firms. Recognised for its market leadership, Wuxi Apptec continues to drive advancements in the life sciences sector, providing essential support to clients in bringing new therapies to market efficiently and effectively.
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Wuxi Apptec's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, WuXi AppTec, headquartered in China, reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,287,403,590 kg CO2e. This figure includes 66,471,640 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 531,112,110 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,689,819,840 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 597,583,750 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 25% by 2030, starting from 2023. Additionally, WuXi AppTec has established specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), committing to a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2030, using 2024 as the base year. In previous years, WuXi AppTec's emissions were as follows: in 2023, total emissions were approximately 680,373,980 kg CO2e; in 2022, they were about 677,626,400 kg CO2e; and in 2021, emissions totalled around 491,495,640 kg CO2e. The company has consistently disclosed emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its climate impact reporting. WuXi AppTec's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change within the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,643,770 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 144,938,320 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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