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Wuxi Apptec, a leading global provider of research and development services, is headquartered in Wuxi, China. Founded in 2000, the company has established a strong presence in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, offering a comprehensive range of services that include drug discovery, development, and manufacturing.
With operational facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, Wuxi Apptec is renowned for its innovative solutions that streamline the drug development process. The company’s unique integration of services allows clients to benefit from a seamless transition from early-stage research to commercial production.
Recognised for its commitment to quality and efficiency, Wuxi Apptec has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the life sciences industry. Its dedication to advancing healthcare solutions continues to drive its growth and market leadership.
+23 vs industry average
Wuxi Apptec’s score of 56 is higher than 68% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Research Services is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
WuXi AppTec, a China-based research and development services company, reported total emissions of approximately 2.98 billion kg CO2e in 2025. This includes about 69.78 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 463.05 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and 2.45 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 included purchased goods and services (approximately 2.01 billion kg CO2e) and capital goods (approximately 260.75 million kg CO2e).
In 2024, total emissions were approximately 2.32 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 86.13 million kg CO2e, market-based Scope 2 at approximately 531.11 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 1.71 billion kg CO2e. For 2023, total emissions were approximately 680.37 million kg CO2e, comprising around 68.85 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 467.80 million kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and 143.72 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
WuXi AppTec has set several climate commitments. The company is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity by 25% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 25% energy consumption intensity reduction by 2030, also against a 2020 baseline.
WuXi AppTec has also set near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030, from a 2024 base year. Furthermore, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and fuel- and energy-related activities by 25% within the same timeframe, also from a 2024 base year. These targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions are consistent with reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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42% reduction in Scope 1
WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
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42% reduction in Scope 2
WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2024 base year.
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25% reduction in scope 3 total
WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and fuel- and energy-related a…
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