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Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
IE
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Uniphar Sustainability Profile

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Uniphar plc, headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a leading player in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, specialising in the distribution of medicines and healthcare products. Founded in 1998, Uniphar has established a strong presence across Europe, particularly in Ireland and the UK, and has expanded its operations into various international markets. The company offers a diverse range of services, including supply chain management, clinical trial support, and commercialisation solutions for pharmaceutical companies. Uniphar's unique approach combines innovative technology with deep industry expertise, ensuring efficient delivery and compliance in a complex regulatory environment. Recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, Uniphar has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare sector. With a focus on enhancing patient outcomes, Uniphar continues to drive growth and innovation within the industry.

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54

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

34

Industry Benchmark

Uniphar's score of 54 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Uniphar's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Uniphar reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,023,660 kg CO2e, comprising 2,833,110 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 3,190,550 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 6,328,900 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,969,970 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 3,358,930 kg CO2e. Notably, Uniphar's Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were significantly high at approximately 875,620,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from upstream and downstream activities. Uniphar has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has pledged that 73.5% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2027. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, Uniphar's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to sustainability, with a focus on significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and engagement with suppliers to enhance overall supply chain sustainability.

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2018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
3,954,880
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
3,794,840
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
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000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Uniphar's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Uniphar's primary industry is Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Uniphar's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Uniphar is in IE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Uniphar's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 89% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
89%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Use of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Franchises
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Uniphar'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.

Uniphar has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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