Novartis AG, a leading name in the pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing industry, is headquartered in Switzerland (CH) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1996 through the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, Novartis has since achieved significant milestones, including the development of groundbreaking therapies in oncology, cardiology, and immunology.
The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as Kymriah, a pioneering CAR-T cell therapy, and Entresto, a heart failure treatment that has transformed patient care. Novartis's commitment to research and development positions it as a market leader, consistently ranking among the top pharmaceutical companies globally. With a focus on improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare, Novartis continues to shape the future of medicine through its unique and effective solutions.
+62 vs industry average
Novartis’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 0
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Novartis's reported carbon emissions
Novartis, a pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing company headquartered in Switzerland (CH), has made significant carbon emission reduction commitments. **Carbon Emissions Data:** * **2025:** Total emissions were approximately 4.38 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 192.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 for approximately 14.9 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 for around 4.17 billion kg CO2e. The largest contributor to Scope 3 emissions was purchased goods and services, at roughly 3.23 billion kg CO2e. * **2024:** Total emissions were approximately 4.52 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 210.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 approximately 29.8 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 around 4.28 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services represented the largest portion of Scope 3 emissions at approximately 3.38 billion kg CO2e. * **2023:** Total emissions were approximately 4.87 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 251.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 approximately 44.1 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 around 4.57 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services were the primary driver of Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 3.50 billion kg CO2e. * **2022:** Total emissions were approximately 5.36 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 263.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 approximately 106.6 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 around 4.99 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services constituted the largest share of Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 4.11 billion kg CO2e. * **2021:** Total emissions were approximately 5.13 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 276.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 approximately 195.7 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 around 4.66 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services were the dominant factor in Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 3.91 billion kg CO2e. * **2020:** Total emissions were approximately 7.98 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 378.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 approximately 335.5 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 around 7.27 billion kg CO2e. Purchased goods and services were the most significant contributor to Scope 3 emissions, at approximately 5.75 billion kg CO2e. * **2019:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 485 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 404 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services is not available for this year. * **2018:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 480.1 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions combined), and Scope 2 emissions were about 762.2 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services is not available. * **2017:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 470.6 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions combined), and Scope 2 emissions were about 466.8 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services is not available. * **2016:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 357 million kg CO2e (stationary combustion and mobile combustion), and Scope 2 emissions were about 441 million kg CO2e (purchased electricity and steam). Scope 3 data is not available. * **2015:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 464.7 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions), and Scope 2 emissions were about 504.5 million kg CO2e (market-based). * **2014:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 542 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions), and Scope 2 emissions were about 762.2 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 3 data for purchased goods and services is not available. * **2013:** Scope 2 emissions were approximately 754 million kg CO2e (market-based). Scope 1 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2012:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 403.2 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and other), and Scope 2 emissions were about 867.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data is not available. * **2011:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 586 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions), and Scope 2 emissions were about 916.5 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data is not available. * **2010:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 583 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion and process emissions), and Scope 2 emissions were about 922 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data is not available. * **2009:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 178 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2008:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 183 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2007:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 197 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2006:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 187 million kg CO2e (mobile combustion). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2005:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 383 million kg CO2e (process emissions). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2004:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 372 million kg CO2e (process emissions). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. * **2003:** Scope 1 emissions were approximately 362 million kg CO2e (process emissions). Scope 2 and Scope 3 data are not available. **Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:** Novartis is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. To support this, the company has set the following key targets: * **By 2030:** * Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% from a 2022 base year. * Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% from a 2022 base year. * **By 2025:** Novartis aims to be carbon neutral in its own operations (Scope 1 and 2). The company has also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 35% by 2030 from a 2016 base year. In addition, it has long-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by a minimum of 90% from 2030 through 2040 and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040, both from a 2022 base year. Novartis is also a signatory to the Climate Pledge.
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Novartis’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2040
3% reduction in all scopes
See "Item 3. Key Information—Item 3.D Risk factors—Climate change—Failure to manage physical and transition risks from climate change."
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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