Organon Sustainability Profile
Organon & Co., a global healthcare company headquartered in the United States, focuses on women's health, biosimilars, and other critical therapeutic areas. Founded in 2021, Organon emerged as a spin-off from Merck & Co., marking a significant milestone in the pharmaceutical industry. The company is dedicated to addressing unmet medical needs through innovative products and services, particularly in reproductive health and chronic conditions. With a robust portfolio that includes contraceptives, hormone therapies, and biosimilars, Organon distinguishes itself by prioritising women's health and empowering patients. The company has quickly established a strong market position, recognised for its commitment to improving health outcomes and enhancing access to essential medications. As it continues to expand its global footprint, Organon remains focused on delivering impactful solutions that resonate with healthcare providers and patients alike.
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Organon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Organon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 7,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,272,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,557,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were significant, totalling around 2,395,000 kg CO2e, which included business travel (415,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (830,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (130,000 kg CO2e), and upstream and downstream transportation and distribution (1,840,000 kg CO2e combined). In 2022, Organon’s emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 at about 1,122,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 5,677,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were significantly higher, reaching approximately 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with major contributions from purchased goods and services (765,000,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (61,000,000 kg CO2e). Organon has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by more than 25% from 2020 levels by 2025. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent company, and all figures are reported directly by Organon. The company continues to focus on enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 30,521,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 32,908,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Organon's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
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 74% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Organon'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.
Organon has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
