Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Otsuka, is a prominent Japanese pharmaceutical and nutraceutical company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1921, Otsuka has established itself as a leader in the healthcare industry, focusing on innovative products that enhance the quality of life. The company operates extensively across Asia, Europe, and North America, with a diverse portfolio that includes prescription pharmaceuticals, consumer health products, and medical devices. Otsuka is renowned for its unique approach to drug development, particularly in the fields of psychiatry, oncology, and nephrology. Notable achievements include the introduction of groundbreaking treatments that address unmet medical needs. With a commitment to research and development, Otsuka continues to strengthen its market position, making significant contributions to global health and wellness.
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In 2025, Otsuka Corporation reported approximately 6,179,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 emissions. This figure reflects a slight decrease from 2024, where emissions were about 6,136,000 kg CO2e, and from 2023, which recorded approximately 6,185,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Otsuka plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and the use of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Otsuka has also committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The company’s proactive approach to emissions reduction underscores its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the trading and commercial services sector.
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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 19,469,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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