Kyorin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Kyorin, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical industry, headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1923, the company has made significant strides in research and development, particularly in the fields of respiratory and infectious diseases, as well as urology. Kyorin is renowned for its innovative products, including prescription medications and over-the-counter solutions, which are distinguished by their efficacy and safety profiles. The company has achieved notable market presence, particularly in Japan and other key regions across Asia. With a commitment to advancing healthcare, Kyorin continues to focus on developing unique therapies that address unmet medical needs, solidifying its position as a trusted name in the pharmaceutical sector.
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In 2023, Kyorin Pharmaceutical reported total carbon emissions of approximately 41,812,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 12,895,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 12,110,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 16,807,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions reveals contributions from capital goods (about 5,263,000 kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 763,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (around 977,000 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (about 6,233,000 kg CO2e), waste generated in operations (approximately 259,000 kg CO2e), fuel and energy-related activities (about 1,959,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 519,000 kg CO2e). Kyorin Pharmaceutical's emissions data shows a decrease in total emissions from previous years, with 2022 reporting approximately 26,727,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. This indicates a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has not cascaded any emissions data from a parent or related organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from Kyorin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. As of now, there are no specific science-based targets (SBTi) or climate pledges noted in their commitments.
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2015 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 |
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Kyorin Pharmaceutical 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.