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Catalent, Inc., a leading name in pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2007, Catalent has rapidly established itself as a key player in the industry, focusing on advanced delivery technologies, development solutions, and manufacturing services for pharmaceuticals, biologics, and consumer health products.
The company is renowned for its innovative capabilities, including its proprietary drug delivery systems and extensive expertise in biologics. Catalent's commitment to quality and efficiency has positioned it as a trusted partner for many of the world's top pharmaceutical companies. With a strong emphasis on enhancing patient outcomes, Catalent continues to achieve significant milestones, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.
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DitchCarbon score
-7 vs industry average
Catalent’s score of 33 is lower than 43% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very Low
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.243
02025
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 132% since 0
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
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Reported emissions
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Catalent's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Catalent, a US-based Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing company, reported Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 106.9 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 39.6 million kg CO2e. The company's Scope 1 and 2 combined emissions for 2023 were approximately 134.1 million kg CO2e. Data for Scope 3 emissions was not disclosed for 2023.
For 2022, Catalent's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 114.6 million kg CO2e, and its Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 48.6 million kg CO2e. In the same year, Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 718.4 million kg CO2e, with purchased goods and services being the largest contributor at about 498.8 million kg CO2e. The total Scope 1 and 2 emissions for 2022 were approximately 152.2 million kg CO2e.
Catalent has set a science-based target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by fiscal year 2030, using fiscal year 2022 as the baseline. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities and employee commuting by 25% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Catalent aims for 70% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by fiscal year 2028.
In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 78.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 119.2 million kg CO2e, with combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 197.6 million kg CO2e. For 2020, Scope 1 emissions were around 71.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were approximately 145.9 million kg CO2e, resulting in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 217.8 million kg CO2e. In 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 61 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were around 144 million kg CO2e, with combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalling approximately 205 million kg CO2e.
Catalent has a near-term reduction target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions to decrease by 42% by fiscal year 2030 from a fiscal year 2020 baseline. The company reported reducing Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions by 38% from its fiscal 2020 baseline as of fiscal year 2022, indicating progress towards its 2030 target.
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Catalent’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
Catalent commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from an FY2022 base year. Catalent also commits to reduce abso…
At risk42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Catalent commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from an FY2022 base year. Catalent also commits to reduce abso…
Behind target42%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Catalent commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from an FY2022 base year. Catalent also commits to reduce abso…
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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