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Certara, a leading name in research and development services, is headquartered in the United States and operates globally, with significant presence in Europe and Asia. Founded in 2008, the company has established itself as a pioneer in the field of drug development, offering innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency of the pharmaceutical industry.
Specialising in model-informed drug development, Certara provides a suite of core services, including pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and regulatory consulting. Their unique approach integrates advanced modelling and simulation techniques, setting them apart in a competitive market. With a strong focus on improving patient outcomes, Certara has achieved notable milestones, including collaborations with major pharmaceutical companies and contributions to numerous successful drug approvals. As a trusted partner in the biopharmaceutical sector, Certara continues to shape the future of drug development through its cutting-edge technologies and expertise.
+12 vs industry average
Certara’s score of 45 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Research Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Certara, a US-based research and development services company, reported total global emissions of approximately 7.07 million kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of 160,670 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 796,480 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were approximately 6.15 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, Certara's total global emissions were approximately 9.01 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 363,340 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) emissions of 816,410 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 7.77 million kg CO2e.
For 2022, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 441,770 kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) emissions of 1.13 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not available for 2022.
Certara has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade (2025). Furthermore, Certara, Inc. has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) near-term targets: reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 63.0% by 2035 from a 2024 base year. Additionally, the company commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream leased assets, and downstream leased assets by 37.5% within the same timeframe. Certara also plans for 89.66% of its suppliers, by spend covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by 2030. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
2035
63% reduction in Scope 2
Certara, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2024 base year.
2035
63% reduction in Scope 1
Certara, Inc. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 63.0% by 2035 from a 2024 base year.
2035
37.5% reduction in scope 3 total
Certara, Inc. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel- and energy-related activities, upstream leased assets and dow…
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