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Lonza

Pharmaceutical Preparation ManufacturingSwitzerlandPNK: LZAGY
Last verified 5 months agolonza.com

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.

75
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+37 vs industry average

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Industry Intensity

Low

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity

Industry performance

0.086
02025

The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 0

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028

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Reported emissions

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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.

Lonza's reported carbon emissions

Lonza, a pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing company headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported a total of approximately 2.71 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.

For Scope 1, Lonza's emissions were approximately 317 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 emissions, using market-based accounting, stood at about 93 million kg CO2e, while the location-based figure was approximately 207 million kg CO2e. The majority of Lonza's emissions in 2025, approximately 2.30 billion kg CO2e, stemmed from Scope 3. The most significant contributors within Scope 3 were purchased goods and services (approximately 1.53 billion kg CO2e), followed by processing of sold products (approximately 118 million kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 88 million kg CO2e).

In 2024, Lonza reported total emissions of approximately 2.36 billion kg CO2e. This included approximately 343 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 1.88 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.

Lonza has set ambitious climate commitments, including a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions by 42% by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aims to keep warming to 1.5°C. The company also aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier. Lonza is actively working towards these goals, with some targets already showing positive progress. Additional intensity targets include reducing waste by 50% per unit of revenue by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.

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Lonza’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

4 goals

2050

In pursuit of our ambition to achieve net-zero by 2050 or ea…

In pursuit of our ambition to achieve net-zero by 2050 or earlier, we developed a comprehensive climate plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissio…

On track0%

2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

11 of 15 categories disclosed
Purchased Goods & Services66%
Capital Goods13%
Processing of Sold Products5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution4%
Fuel & Energy Activities4%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution3%
Waste Generated in Operations1%
Employee Commuting1%
Purchased Goods & Services66%
Capital Goods13%
Processing of Sold Products5%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution4%
Fuel & Energy Activities4%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution3%
Waste Generated in Operations1%
Employee Commuting1%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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CDP

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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Common questions about Lonza’s sustainability data and climate commitments

In 2025, Lonza reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2.71 billion kg CO2e. This includes roughly 317 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and about 93 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The largest share, approximately 2.30 billion kg CO2e, came from Scope 3 emissions, primarily driven by purchased goods and services. This data highlights Lonza's significant carbon footprint and the need for ongoing emissions reduction efforts.

Data year: 2025

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