Lonza Sustainability Profile
Lonza Group AG, commonly referred to as Lonza, is a leading global provider of integrated solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and specialty ingredients sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland (CH), Lonza operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia, delivering innovative products and services that cater to diverse industry needs. Founded in 1897, Lonza has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in cell and gene therapy manufacturing. The company is renowned for its high-quality contract development and manufacturing services (CDMO), as well as its extensive portfolio of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and custom manufacturing solutions. Lonza's commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology positions it as a market leader, consistently recognised for its contributions to the life sciences and healthcare industries.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Lonza's score of 73 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Lonza's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Lonza Group Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,334,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 319,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 137,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 1,878,000,000 kg CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 2,459,000,000 kg CO2e. Lonza has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, they are targeting a 50% reduction in energy and waste intensity by 2030 compared to 2018 levels. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to sustainability within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector. The company also aims for 79% of its suppliers, covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, to have science-based targets by 2028. Lonza's long-term goal includes achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier, with a comprehensive climate plan in place to facilitate this transition.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 574,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 348,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lonza's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Lonza's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2021, 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 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Lonza's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Lonza 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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