MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien
MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien, commonly known as Merck Group, is a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany. Founded in 1668, Merck has established itself as a pioneer in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and performance materials sectors, with a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its innovative products and services, including biopharmaceuticals, laboratory supplies, and advanced materials. Merck's commitment to research and development has led to significant breakthroughs, particularly in the fields of oncology and immunology. With a rich history and a focus on sustainability, Merck Group continues to hold a prominent position in the market, recognised for its contributions to science and technology.
DitchCarbon Score
How does MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's score of 73 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,568,062,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 858,053,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 227,070,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 4,482,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, MERCK aims to decrease its Scope 3 emissions by 52% per euro value added within the same timeframe. In 2023, the total emissions were reported at approximately 2,152,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,236 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 227,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 4,594 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024, particularly in Scope 3, which reflects the complexity of managing indirect emissions across the value chain. MERCK's long-term commitment includes achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with the goals of the Paris Agreement. The company is actively working towards these targets through various initiatives, including enhancing energy efficiency and increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
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| 2006 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 352,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 402,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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MERCK Kommanditgesellschaft auf Aktien is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
