Celltrion Inc

Common Name
Celltrion
Country
South Korea
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Biotechnology
Employees
2,680
Ticker
068270
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
Celltrion Inc. is one of the world's formidable players in the biopharmaceutical industry, focusing on the development, manufacture, and commercialization of innovative therapies. Known for its monocl...

Celltrion's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Celltrion completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Celltrion has also provided a category-level breakdown for 7 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Verified Sources Behind Celltrion’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

Every figure on this dashboard has a transparent audit trail. With Tracenable, each data point is traceable back to its original source, viewable directly inside our platform. Explore Celltrion’s data sources below and access millions more through our Disclosure Search.

a. Celltrion's Sustainability Report 2025
a. Celltrion's Sustainability Report 2025
b. Celltrion's ESG Report 2023
b. Celltrion's ESG Report 2023

Insights into Celltrion's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Celltrion amounted to 79,175.579 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Celltrion increased by 22.34%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Celltrion's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202407 k14 k21 k28 ktCO2e+8%+6%+9%+6%+21%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Celltrion's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Celltrion were 27,146.885 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Celltrion reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Celltrion's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 60.98%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Celltrion's Scope 1 emissions increased by 20.88%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from its directly owned or controlled operations. a

What are Celltrion's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Celltrion reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 52,028.694 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Celltrion reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Celltrion's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 23.12% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energy a

What methodology does Celltrion use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Celltrion reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method. a

Celltrion's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Celltrion's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Celltrion reported 42,426 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of Celltrion includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

Celltrion's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e+47%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Celltrion's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Celltrion reported total Scope 3 emissions of 42,426 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Celltrion's Scope 3 emissions increased by 47.32%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Celltrion disclose?

In 2024, Celltrion reported emissions for 7 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Celltrion's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to Celltrion's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 26,939 tCO₂e (63.5%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 4,464 tCO₂e (10.52%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 3,500 tCO₂e (8.25%)

Celltrion's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Business Travel(Cat. 6)(8.2%)DownstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 9)(63.5%)Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(10.5%)

Insights into Celltrion’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Celltrion reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 27,146.885 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,424 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 11.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Celltrion's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202002,00020,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)101001,00010,000100,000Revenues (Millions of USD)LGenmabYear: 2024Scope 1: 534 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,003Scope 1 Intensity: 0.18 tCO2e/$MIncyteYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,576 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,241Scope 1 Intensity: 2.26 tCO2e/$MBio-TechneYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,001 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,137Scope 1 Intensity: 2.64 tCO2e/$MBavarian NordicYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,364 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,046Scope 1 Intensity: 4.17 tCO2e/$MALK-AbelloYear: 2023Scope 1: 10,256 tCO2eRevenue: $M 714Scope 1 Intensity: 14.36 tCO2e/$MInnovent BiologicsYear: 2023Scope 1: 65 tCO2eRevenue: $M 953Scope 1 Intensity: 0.07 tCO2e/$MSK BiopharmaceuticalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 414 tCO2eRevenue: $M 373Scope 1 Intensity: 1.11 tCO2e/$MSK BioscienceYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,863 tCO2eRevenue: $M 289Scope 1 Intensity: 20.28 tCO2e/$MHalozyme TherapeuticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,348 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,015Scope 1 Intensity: 1.33 tCO2e/$MLLLigaChem BiosciencesYear: 2023Scope 1: 308 tCO2eRevenue: $M 27Scope 1 Intensity: 11.53 tCO2e/$MHLBYear: 2024Scope 1: 131 tCO2eRevenue: $M 46Scope 1 Intensity: 2.82 tCO2e/$MModernaYear: 2023Scope 1: 11,240 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,754Scope 1 Intensity: 1.66 tCO2e/$MSamsung BiologicsYear: 2023Scope 1: 69,262 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,891Scope 1 Intensity: 23.96 tCO2e/$MargenxYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,788 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,871Scope 1 Intensity: 2.02 tCO2e/$MVIVA Biotech HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 1,404 tCO2eRevenue: $M 373Scope 1 Intensity: 3.76 tCO2e/$MBiontechYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,405 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,341Scope 1 Intensity: 0.72 tCO2e/$MCamurusYear: 2024Scope 1: 116 tCO2eRevenue: $M 169Scope 1 Intensity: 0.68 tCO2e/$MCytokineticsYear: 2024Scope 1: 242 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18Scope 1 Intensity: 13.10 tCO2e/$MAlnylam PharmaceuticalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,832 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,248Scope 1 Intensity: 1.70 tCO2e/$MBeOne MedicinesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,547 tCO2eRevenue: $M 27,369Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MPharmaron BeijingYear: 2024Scope 1: 34,268 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,682Scope 1 Intensity: 20.37 tCO2e/$MWuXi Biologics (Cayman)Year: 2023Scope 1: 32,687 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,603Scope 1 Intensity: 12.56 tCO2e/$MIonis PharmaceuticalsYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,616 tCO2eRevenue: $M 705Scope 1 Intensity: 3.71 tCO2e/$MCelltrionYear: 2024Scope 1: 27,147 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,424Scope 1 Intensity: 11.20 tCO2e/$M

How does Celltrion's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Celltrion reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 11.2 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.64 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Celltrion rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Celltrion ranked 17 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Celltrion is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Celltrion's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Celltrion reported a total carbon footprint of 121,601.579 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 30.03% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Celltrion's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 42.79% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 34.89%. a

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