UCB, or UCB S.A., is a global biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Belgium. Founded in 1928, UCB has established itself as a leader in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing on the development of innovative therapies for neurological and immunological disorders. With a strong presence in Europe and North America, UCB is dedicated to improving the lives of patients through its core products, including treatments for epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and autoimmune conditions. The company is renowned for its commitment to research and development, which has led to significant milestones such as the launch of several groundbreaking therapies. UCB's unique approach combines advanced science with patient-centric solutions, positioning it as a key player in the global healthcare market. With a robust pipeline and a focus on unmet medical needs, UCB continues to make notable strides in the biopharmaceutical landscape.
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In 2024, UCB reported total carbon emissions of approximately 790,866,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 21,718,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 16,291,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 769,143,000 kg CO2e, originated from Scope 3, which includes business travel, employee commuting, and purchased goods and services. UCB has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 73% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, the company targets a 48% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2045, with a 90% reduction in absolute emissions compared to the 2019 baseline. UCB's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its goal for 60% of its suppliers, by emissions, to have science-based targets by 2025. These initiatives reflect UCB's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 34,733,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 31,367,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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