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Yuhan Corporation

Yuhan Corporation, a leading pharmaceutical company based in South Korea (KR), has been at the forefront of the industry since its establishment in 1926. With its headquarters in Seoul, Yuhan operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, focusing on innovative drug development and manufacturing. Specialising in prescription pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter products, and biopharmaceuticals, Yuhan is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to significant advancements in oncology, cardiology, and infectious diseases. The company has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of new therapies, solidifying its position as a key player in the global market. Yuhan Corporation's dedication to quality and innovation continues to drive its success, making it a trusted name in the pharmaceutical landscape.

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How does Yuhan Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Chemicals 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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Yuhan Corporation's score of 23 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Yuhan Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Yuhan Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,564,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 7,756,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 16,818,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease in total emissions compared to 2022, where emissions were approximately 24,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 7,819,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 16,191,000 kg CO2e. Yuhan Corporation has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, recognising the urgent need for global cooperation in addressing climate change. This long-term goal encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting the company's dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The corporation's emissions data indicates a consistent focus on reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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202120222023
Scope 1
7,492,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
15,246,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Yuhan Corporation's primary industry is Chemicals nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Yuhan Corporation is in KR, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Yuhan Corporation is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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