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Galenica AG

Common Name
Galenica
Country
Switzerland
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Medical Distribution
Employees
4,727
Ticker
GALE
Exchange
SIX Swiss Exchange
Description
Galenica AG is a leading fully integrated healthcare provider in Switzerland, operating as a holding company headquartered in Bern since its founding in 1927 by 16 pharmacists seeking collective purch...

Galenica's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Galenica 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).

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

Metric (tCO2e)2025202420232022-2019
Total Scope 1
4,854a
5,150a
5,865a
Total Scope 2
Market-Based
171a
283a
1,036a
Location-Based
1,459a
2,240a
2,188a
Unspecified Calculation Method
N/AN/AN/A
Total Scope 3
396,400a
378,700a
374,000a
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
0.9299a
1.1894a
1.3172a
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a. Galenica's Non-financial report 2025
b. Galenica's Non-financial report 2023

Insights into Galenica's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Galenica amounted to 6,313 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Galenica decreased by 14.57%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Galenica's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024202501.5 k3 k4.5 k6 ktCO2e+40%+34%-15%+20%-12%-6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Galenica's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Galenica were 4,854 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Galenica reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Galenica's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 59.3%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Galenica's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 5.75%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Galenica's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Galenica reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 171 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,459 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Galenica reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2024), Galenica's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 34.87% in 2025, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Galenica use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Galenica reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Galenica's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920202021202220232024202506001.2 k1.8 k2.4 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Galenica's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Galenica reported 396,400 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 2025 disclosure of Galenica includes a breakdown across 7 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Galenica's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192020202120222023202420250100 k200 k300 k400 ktCO2e+9%+3%-21%+10675%+1%+5%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Galenica's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Galenica reported total Scope 3 emissions of 396,400 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 98.69% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 1.31% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Galenica reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, Galenica's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 10,045.89%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.ab

Compared to the previous year (2024), Galenica's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Galenica's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Galenica disclose?

In 2025, Galenica 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 Galenica's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Galenica's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 364,000 tCO₂e (91.83%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 14,000 tCO₂e (3.53%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 5,600 tCO₂e (1.41%)

Galenica's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(3.5%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(91.8%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(1.4%)

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

In 2025, Galenica reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 4,854 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 5,220 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.93 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Galenica's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

51002,00020,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)202005,000100,0001,000,000Revenues (Millions of USD)NavamedicYear: 2024Scope 1: 17 tCO2eRevenue: $M 47Scope 1 Intensity: 0.35 tCO2e/$MMediosYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,284 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,444Scope 1 Intensity: 0.53 tCO2e/$MExcelsior MedicalYear: 2024Scope 1: 42 tCO2eRevenue: $M 261Scope 1 Intensity: 0.16 tCO2e/$MArjoYear: 2025Scope 1: 20,172 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,196Scope 1 Intensity: 16.87 tCO2e/$MAs OneYear: 2024Scope 1: 165 tCO2eRevenue: $M 685Scope 1 Intensity: 0.24 tCO2e/$MHanmi ScienceYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,649 tCO2eRevenue: $M 940Scope 1 Intensity: 4.95 tCO2e/$MSuzukenYear: 2024Scope 1: 26,205 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,759Scope 1 Intensity: 1.66 tCO2e/$MAlfresa HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 31,360 tCO2eRevenue: $M 19,746Scope 1 Intensity: 1.59 tCO2e/$MHenry ScheinYear: 2024Scope 1: 33,555 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,673Scope 1 Intensity: 2.65 tCO2e/$MCardinal HealthYear: 2025Scope 1: 154,395 tCO2eRevenue: $M 222,567Scope 1 Intensity: 0.69 tCO2e/$MCencoraYear: 2025Scope 1: 189,955 tCO2eRevenue: $M 321,358Scope 1 Intensity: 0.59 tCO2e/$MMcKessonYear: 2025Scope 1: 72,223 tCO2eRevenue: $M 359,140Scope 1 Intensity: 0.20 tCO2e/$MChina National MedicinesYear: 2024Scope 1: 907 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,934Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MEBOS GroupYear: 2026Scope 1: 6,132 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,284Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MMedipal HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 30,315 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,481Scope 1 Intensity: 1.24 tCO2e/$MAsker Healthcare GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,978 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,825Scope 1 Intensity: 2.73 tCO2e/$MJointown Pharmaceutical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 36,924 tCO2eRevenue: $M 20,801Scope 1 Intensity: 1.78 tCO2e/$MBaiyunshan Pharmaceutical HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 34,043 tCO2eRevenue: $M 10,276Scope 1 Intensity: 3.31 tCO2e/$MSinopharm GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 48,786 tCO2eRevenue: $M 80,095Scope 1 Intensity: 0.61 tCO2e/$MUnipharYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,745 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,615Scope 1 Intensity: 0.76 tCO2e/$MSigma HealthcareYear: 2024Scope 1: 8 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,028Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MAmplifonYear: 2025Scope 1: 7,259 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,817Scope 1 Intensity: 2.58 tCO2e/$MGalenicaYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,854 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,220Scope 1 Intensity: 0.93 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Galenica reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.93 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.73, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

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

In 2025, Galenica ranked 13 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Galenica's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Galenica reported a total carbon footprint of 402,713 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 4.31% increase compared to 2024, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain.a

The largest contributor to Galenica's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 98.43% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 1.21%.a

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