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Lonza Group AG, commonly referred to as Lonza, is a leading player in the pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing industry, headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Founded in 1897, Lonza has evolved into a global powerhouse, with significant operational regions across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company specialises in custom manufacturing and development services for biopharmaceuticals, offering unique solutions that cater to the specific needs of its clients.
Lonza's core products include cell and gene therapies, biologics, and small molecule APIs, distinguished by their high quality and innovative approaches. With a strong market position, Lonza has achieved notable milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its capabilities in the life sciences sector. As a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies, Lonza continues to drive advancements in healthcare through its commitment to excellence and innovation.
+38 vs industry average
Lonza’s score of 80 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 132% since 0
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Lonza, headquartered in Switzerland, operates in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry. In 2025, Lonza's total reported carbon emissions were approximately 2.71 billion kg CO2e. This included around 317 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 93 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 2.30 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions included purchased goods and services (approximately 1.53 billion kg CO2e), capital goods (around 304 million kg CO2e), and upstream transportation and distribution (about 103 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, Lonza's total emissions were approximately 2.36 billion kg CO2e in 2024, comprising around 343 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), 141 million kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2), and about 1.88 billion kg CO2e (Scope 3). In 2023, total emissions were approximately 2.46 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 321 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at around 202 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1.94 billion kg CO2e.
Lonza has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, using a 2021 base year. Additionally, Lonza aims for 79% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by 2028. The company also states an ambition to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier. Lonza has also set intensity targets, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions intensity by 50% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
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42% reduction in Scope 2
Lonza commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
2030
42% reduction in all scopes
Lonza Group AG commits to reduce absolute scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
Lonza commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
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