- Supply chain disruptions.
- Climate change impacts (water stress, carbon pricing).
- Regulatory changes in pharmaceutical industry.
- Misuse of Artificial Intelligence.
- Potential for human rights violations in supply chain.
Cipla Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, Cipla Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 4.6M tCO2e/year (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 37.4K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 207.2K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 4.6M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
4.6M tCO2e/year (Scope 3)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Renewable Energy
29% (global), 33.6% (India manufacturing)
of total energy
Water Usage
1.614 Million m3/year (withdrawal)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Waste
4.0K tons/year (disposed)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Energy Use
398.6K MWh/year (non-renewable) + 161937 MWh/year (renewable)
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 37.4K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 207.2K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.6M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023-04 to 2024-03 | 4.6M tCO2e/year (Scope 3) |
| 2021-04 to 2022-03 | 225.6K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Goa manufacturing sites achieved Zero Waste to Landfill certification.
- 33.6% renewable energy sourced in India manufacturing operations.
- 1.6% reduction in water withdrawn compared to FY 2022-23 in India manufacturing operations.
- 48% water recycled of total water withdrawn in India manufacturing operations.
- Reduced absolute Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 28% compared to baseline.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Carbon neutrality, water neutrality, zero waste to landfill for India manufacturing operations by December 2025.
- 50% renewable electricity in India manufacturing operations by December 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental SustainabilityProduct Quality and SafetySupply Chain DisruptionsAvailability and Affordability of medicinesCorporate Governance