Gedeon Richter
Gedeon Richter Plc, commonly referred to as Richter, is a prominent global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hungary (HU). Founded in 1901, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in women's health, central nervous system disorders, and generic pharmaceuticals, Richter is renowned for its innovative approach to drug development. The company’s core products include hormonal contraceptives and treatments for infertility, which are distinguished by their high quality and efficacy. Over the years, Gedeon Richter has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust pipeline of new therapies. With a commitment to research and development, Richter has solidified its position as a key player in the global pharmaceutical market, recognised for its contributions to healthcare and patient well-being.
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Gedeon Richter's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported total carbon emissions of approximately 324,127,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 45,632,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 91,724,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 186,771,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, their global emissions were about 336,516,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 53,104,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 103,252,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 180,160,000 kg CO2e. Gedeon Richter has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, starting from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 30% by 2030. Notably, they aim to bring Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions close to zero by 2025. In Hungary, the company reported emissions of about 197,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and approximately 213,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022, although specific scope breakdowns for these figures were not disclosed. Gedeon Richter's ongoing efforts reflect a commitment to sustainability and a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact.
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| 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 37,359,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 73,452,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 104,973,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Gedeon Richter is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
