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IQVIA Holdings Inc., commonly known as IQVIA, is a leading provider of research and development services within the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates globally, with a significant presence across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2016 through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA has established itself as a key player in clinical research, data analytics, and technology solutions.
Specialising in innovative R&D services, IQVIA leverages vast healthcare data and advanced analytics to support pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies. Its unique combination of data-driven insights and comprehensive service offerings has earned it a notable market position, enabling clients to accelerate drug development and improve patient outcomes. As a pioneer in the industry, IQVIA continues to shape the future of healthcare research and development.
+47 vs industry average
Iqvia’s score of 79 is higher than 85% 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.
In 2024, IQVIA's total carbon emissions were approximately 472.4 million kg CO2e. This included about 10.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 27.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 435.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
IQVIA has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) verified targets. The company aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. As part of its near-term goals, IQVIA commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 55.1% by 2030, using a 2019 baseline year. Additionally, IQVIA intends to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel by 55% per full-time equivalent (FTE) within the same timeframe. A further commitment includes ensuring that 70% of its suppliers, by emissions, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transport and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2027. For the long term, IQVIA plans to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2019 baseline.
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2030
55.1% reduction in Scope 2
IQVIA commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 55.1% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2030
55.1% reduction in Scope 1
IQVIA commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 55.1% by 2030 from a 2019 base year.
2050
IQVIA commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions acr…
IQVIA commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
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