Boehringer Ingelheim
Boehringer Ingelheim, a leading global pharmaceutical company, is headquartered in Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany. Founded in 1885, the company has established a strong presence in the healthcare industry, focusing on human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing. With a commitment to innovation, Boehringer Ingelheim is renowned for its core products, including treatments for respiratory diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and diabetes management. The company’s dedication to research and development has led to significant milestones, positioning it among the top pharmaceutical firms worldwide. Notable achievements include a robust pipeline of novel therapies and a strong market presence in Europe, North America, and Asia. Boehringer Ingelheim continues to enhance its reputation through its unique approach to healthcare solutions, prioritising patient needs and sustainable practices.
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Boehringer Ingelheim's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Boehringer Ingelheim reported global carbon emissions of approximately 295,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 66,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, committing to a 58.9% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Boehringer Ingelheim aims for a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and other related activities, within the same timeframe. In the UK, Boehringer Ingelheim's 2022 emissions were reported at approximately 1,116,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 655,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 461,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to its climate commitments. Boehringer Ingelheim's targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction goals are consistent with the levels required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH, reflecting a unified corporate strategy towards sustainability and climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 289,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 273,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,801,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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