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Recipharm AB, commonly referred to as Recipharm, is a leading provider of research and development services within the pharmaceutical industry. Headquartered in Sweden, the company operates across multiple regions, supporting clients globally with innovative R&D solutions. Founded in 2008, Recipharm has established a strong market presence through its focus on developing and manufacturing complex pharmaceutical products.
Specialising in formulation development, clinical trial materials, and manufacturing services, Recipharm’s offerings are distinguished by their commitment to quality and flexibility. The company’s expertise in customised solutions has earned it a notable position in the research and development services sector, making it a trusted partner for pharmaceutical companies seeking innovative drug development support.
50
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+17 vs industry average
Recipharm’s score of 50 is higher than 64% 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
Low
Research Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.198
20182025
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Scope 2
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Recipharm's reported carbon emissions
Recipharm, a Swedish research and development services company, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 207,991,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of around 22,773,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,600,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of about 183,618,000 kg CO2e.
Recipharm has set ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42.1% by 2030, using a 2021 base year. Additionally, Recipharm commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25.0% by 2030, also from a 2021 base year. These Scope 3 reductions cover areas such as purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products.
Beyond these near-term targets, Recipharm is working towards net-zero carbon emissions. The company aims for Net Zero Scope 2 GHG emissions by 2030, Net Zero Scope 1 GHG emissions by 2040, and Net Zero Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2050. Recipharm also plans to increase active annual sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2024 and maintain this level through 2030, building on 93.5% in 2021.
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Recipharm’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42.1% reduction in Scope 2
Recipharm commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42.1% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
On track42.1%
2030
42.1% reduction in Scope 1
Recipharm commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42.1% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
Behind target42.1%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Recipharm further commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25.0% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
Insufficient data25%
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Climate initiatives
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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