Richter Gedeon Vegyeszeti Gyar Nyrt

Common Name
Gedeon Richter
Country
Hungary
Sector
Healthcare
Industry
Drug Manufacturers - Specialty & Generic
Employees
12,167
Ticker
RICHTER
Exchange
BUDAPEST STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Richter Gedeon Nyrt., founded in Hungary in 1901, is a leading pharmaceutical company with a broad spectrum in drug development, manufacture, market, and sales. Known for its strong innovation capabil...

Gedeon Richter's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Gedeon Richter 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).

Gedeon Richter has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 2
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Total Scope 3
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Verified Sources Behind Gedeon Richter’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Gedeon Richter's Annual Report 2024
a. Gedeon Richter's Annual Report 2024
b. Gedeon Richter's Sustainability Report 2023
b. Gedeon Richter's Sustainability Report 2023
c. Gedeon Richter's Sustainability Report 2021
c. Gedeon Richter's Sustainability Report 2021

Insights into Gedeon Richter's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Gedeon Richter amounted to 169,156 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 Gedeon Richter increased by 0.79%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing its emissions from its core operations. a

Gedeon Richter's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201820202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e-11%+82%+5%-16%-14%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Gedeon Richter's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Gedeon Richter were 45,632 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Gedeon Richter reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Gedeon Richter's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 22.14%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gedeon Richter's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 14.07%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Gedeon Richter's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 91,724 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 123,524 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has Gedeon Richter reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gedeon Richter's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Gedeon Richter 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Gedeon Richter use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Gedeon Richter's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201820202021202220232024035 k70 k105 k140 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Gedeon Richter's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported 186,771 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 Gedeon Richter includes a breakdown across 11 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

Gedeon Richter's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

201820202021202220232024050 k100 k150 k200 ktCO2e+12%+50%-18%+24%+4%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Gedeon Richter's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported total Scope 3 emissions of 186,771 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 95.26% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 4.74% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has Gedeon Richter reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, Gedeon Richter's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 77.92%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a c

Compared to the previous year (2023), Gedeon Richter's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Gedeon Richter 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Gedeon Richter disclose?

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

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

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 83,770 tCO₂e (44.85%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 32,978 tCO₂e (17.66%)
  • Waste Generated in Operations (Cat. 5): 26,773 tCO₂e (14.33%)

Gedeon Richter's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Waste Generated inOperations (Cat. 5)(14.3%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(44.9%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(17.7%)

Insights into Gedeon Richter’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 45,632 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,171 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 21.02 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Gedeon Richter's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

2002,00020,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)CCCAlkermesYear: 2023Scope 1: 14,763 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,663Scope 1 Intensity: 8.88 tCO2e/$MSimcere Pharmaceutical GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,997 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,017Scope 1 Intensity: 4.91 tCO2e/$MCCCR Double-CraneYear: 2023Scope 1: 51,608 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,438Scope 1 Intensity: 35.88 tCO2e/$MAlmirallYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,318 tCO2eRevenue: $M 990Scope 1 Intensity: 6.38 tCO2e/$MLuye Pharma GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 10,755 tCO2eRevenue: $M 945Scope 1 Intensity: 11.38 tCO2e/$MHisamitsu PharmaceuticalYear: 2022Scope 1: 7,862 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,040Scope 1 Intensity: 7.56 tCO2e/$MLivzon Pharmaceutical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 194,441 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,619Scope 1 Intensity: 120.13 tCO2e/$MSawai Group HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 19,500 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,229Scope 1 Intensity: 15.87 tCO2e/$MCCChangchun High-TechYear: 2023Scope 1: 61,590 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,050Scope 1 Intensity: 30.05 tCO2e/$MSiegfried HoldingYear: 2024Scope 1: 59,171 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,430Scope 1 Intensity: 41.39 tCO2e/$MHansoh Pharmaceutical GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,163 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,830Scope 1 Intensity: 7.19 tCO2e/$MMankind PharmaYear: 2025Scope 1: 6,538 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,429Scope 1 Intensity: 4.58 tCO2e/$MLaboratorios Farmaceuticos ROVIYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,566 tCO2eRevenue: $M 795Scope 1 Intensity: 12.04 tCO2e/$MYuhanYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,059 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,409Scope 1 Intensity: 5.01 tCO2e/$MElanco Animal HealthYear: 2024Scope 1: 175,807 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,439Scope 1 Intensity: 39.61 tCO2e/$MSwedish Orphan BiovitrumYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,097 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,362Scope 1 Intensity: 0.46 tCO2e/$MTeva Pharmaceutical IndustriesYear: 2024Scope 1: 243,603 tCO2eRevenue: $M 16,544Scope 1 Intensity: 14.72 tCO2e/$MIpsenYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,932 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,720Scope 1 Intensity: 2.67 tCO2e/$MLupinYear: 2025Scope 1: 82,174 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,597Scope 1 Intensity: 31.64 tCO2e/$MSun Pharmaceutical IndustriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 156,242 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,091Scope 1 Intensity: 25.65 tCO2e/$MCCChina Resources SanjiuYear: 2024Scope 1: 55,312 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,784Scope 1 Intensity: 14.62 tCO2e/$MAspen Pharmacare HoldingsYear: 2025Scope 1: 32,776 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,450Scope 1 Intensity: 13.38 tCO2e/$MDr Reddy's LaboratoriesYear: 2025Scope 1: 142,772 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,810Scope 1 Intensity: 37.47 tCO2e/$MGedeon RichterYear: 2024Scope 1: 45,632 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,171Scope 1 Intensity: 21.02 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 21.02 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 13.38 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Gedeon Richter rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Gedeon Richter ranked 16 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

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

Insights into Gedeon Richter's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Gedeon Richter reported a total carbon footprint of 355,927 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 2.28% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to Gedeon Richter's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 52.47% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 34.7%. a

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