JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as JCR Pharma, is a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Japan. Established in 2003, the company has made significant strides in the development of innovative therapies, particularly in the fields of rare diseases and regenerative medicine. With a strong focus on enzyme replacement therapies and gene therapies, JCR Pharma is renowned for its unique products that address unmet medical needs. The company operates primarily in Japan, with expanding influence in international markets. Notable achievements include the successful launch of its flagship products, which have positioned JCR Pharma as a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry. Through its commitment to research and development, JCR Pharmaceuticals continues to enhance the quality of life for patients worldwide.
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In 2023, JCR Pharmaceuticals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,255,621,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 28,439,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 46,552,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 14,210,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions was about 74,991,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company recorded emissions of approximately 167,514,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, alongside 3,315,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1) and 5,266,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2) in Japan. The total emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2 in Japan were about 8,581,000 kg CO2e. JCR Pharmaceuticals has set near-term climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. The company is actively working to assess climate-related risks and enhance transparency in line with TCFD recommendations, focusing on calculating greenhouse gas emissions across its entire supply chain. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are derived directly from JCR Pharmaceuticals. The company continues to prioritise sustainability and climate action as part of its operational strategy.
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| 2021 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,573,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 49,959,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 |
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 94% 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.
Jcr Pharmaceuticals has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
