Ipsen S.A., a global biopharmaceutical group headquartered in France, has established itself as a leader in the healthcare industry since its founding in 1929. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Ipsen focuses on innovative treatments in oncology, neuroscience, and rare diseases. The company is renowned for its core products, including Somatuline® and Cabometyx®, which are distinguished by their unique mechanisms of action and efficacy in treating complex conditions. Ipsen's commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including the expansion of its product portfolio and strategic partnerships that enhance its market position. Recognised for its dedication to patient care and innovation, Ipsen continues to make strides in the biopharmaceutical sector, contributing to advancements that improve the quality of life for patients worldwide.
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Ipsen's score of 85 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Ipsen reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 100.9 million kg CO2e, comprising 9,932,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 289,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions data for this year. Ipsen is committed to significant reductions in its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and contribute to the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Looking further ahead, Ipsen has set a long-term goal to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2045, with a target to reduce absolute emissions by at least 90% from the 2019 baseline. This ambitious roadmap underscores Ipsen's dedication to sustainability and climate action within the pharmaceutical sector.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,316,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,343,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 121,718,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 |
Ipsen's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 405% last year and decreased by approximately 25% 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Ipsen 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.


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