Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., a leading global healthcare company headquartered in Japan, has established itself as a key player in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. Founded in 1964, Otsuka has made significant strides in developing innovative products that address unmet medical needs, particularly in areas such as mental health, oncology, and cardiovascular health. With a strong presence in regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Otsuka is renowned for its unique offerings, such as the antipsychotic medication Abilify and the hydration solution Pocari Sweat. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to numerous breakthroughs, solidifying its market position and earning recognition for its contributions to global health. Otsuka continues to focus on advancing science and improving patient outcomes through its diverse portfolio of pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.'s score of 36 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., headquartered in Japan, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has established clear reduction targets. Otsuka aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company is committed to a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 2°C. Otsuka's commitment reflects a proactive approach within the pharmaceutical sector to address climate change and enhance sustainability practices. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target but is actively working towards substantial emissions reductions in the near term.
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Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. is participating in some 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.
