Breathe ESG
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Data limitations in certain countries regarding environmental and social metrics.
Mitigation Strategies
- Adoption of regional averages and data from comparable countries where detailed data is unavailable.
- Methodological refinement in future updates.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SEEA-CF, SNA 2008, SF-MST (draft)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Not disclosed
Environmental Achievements
- Not disclosed
Social Achievements
- Not disclosed
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Lack of funding for technology upgrades in the public sector.
- Higher public scrutiny of technology adoption in the public sector.
- Complex contracting processes for technology projects.
- Lack of internal IT capacity in many public agencies.
- Agency fragmentation and lack of coordination.
- Uneven digital access among citizens.
- Organizational silos hindering data integration.
- Outdated IT infrastructure (legacy systems).
- Cybersecurity concerns.
- Difficulties in balancing the need for speed and efficiency with the need for deliberation and equity in technology adoption.
Mitigation Strategies
- Increased funding for technology investments (e.g., American Rescue Plan).
- Efforts to improve contracting processes and build internal IT capacity.
- Development of integrated data systems and cloud-based data storage.
- Initiatives to address digital equity and improve access to technology for all citizens.
- Development of technology-specific policies and regulations (e.g., transparency and accountability measures).
- Increased focus on worker and client involvement in technology design and implementation.
- Emphasis on evaluating technology projects based on their impact on public services and public values.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Not disclosed
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Dr. Reddy’s reported a 21% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emission intensity in FY2022-23.
- Shift from traditional batch manufacturing to continuous manufacturing reduced carbon emissions by 70-80%
- Lupin Pharmaceuticals achieved Zero Liquid Discharge status in almost 50% of Indian manufacturing sites.
- Biocon recorded 680,000 litres of incremental water savings per day across global manufacturing operations in 2021.
- Sun Pharma committed to disposing of 30% of hazardous waste generated in a scientific and safe manner through co-processing by 2025.
- Aurobindo Pharma implemented packaging reduction resulting in a 60% pack size reduction and 80% material consumption reduction.
Social Achievements
- Many leading pharmaceutical companies are improving access to medicine in low- and middle-income countries.
- GlaxoSmithKline unveiled a £1 billion R&D investment for infectious diseases affecting lower-income nations.
Governance Achievements
- 38% of Indian pharma companies actively publish dedicated Sustainability or ESG reports.
- Approximately 43% of Indian pharma companies have a dedicated ESG or Sustainability Governance Committee.
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- AstraZeneca committed to achieving carbon negativity within its supply chain by 2030.
- Pfizer's target of carbon neutrality by 2030.
Short-term Goals:
- Cipla and Glenmark aim to become carbon neutral by 2025 and 2030 respectively.
Environmental Challenges
- Increasing scrutiny over ESG performance can deter investment.
- Monetary penalties for non-compliance.
- Inconsistent reporting practices and risk of 'greenwashing'.
- Risks from climate-related events damaging assets and disrupting supply chains.
- New laws and regulations related to ESG issues increasing compliance costs.
Mitigation Strategies
- Diversify revenue streams and support the transition to green energy.
- Implement robust ESG strategies and transparent reporting.
- Formulate and implement proactive climate change mitigation strategies.
- Maintain thorough awareness and understanding of the latest regulations and ensure consistent, comprehensive compliance.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Evaluating and onboarding vendors adopting quality and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increasing frequency and severity of climate-related events damaging assets and disrupting supply chains
Transition Risks
- New laws and regulations related to ESG issues
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: BRSR