- Price controls, sales restrictions, and global competition in the generic medicine industry.
- Uncertainty in the pharmaceutical supply chain due to globalization to localization shifts.
- Climate change impacts (extreme weather, energy costs, water scarcity).
- Increased waste generation in 2022 due to high production volume.
Standard Chem. & Pharm. CO.,LTD.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Standard Chem. & Pharm. CO.,LTD. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 8.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2). By scope: Scope 1: 7.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 649 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
8.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2)
2023
Water Usage
164.923 m3/year
2023
Waste
394.53 tons/year
2023
Energy Use
72.4K MWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 7.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 649 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 | 8.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
| 2022 | 8.9K tCO2e/year (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
- Achieved ISO14001 Environmental Management System certification in 2010 and upgraded to ISO14001:2015 in 2023.
- Replaced 774 T5 fluorescent lights with T8 LED lights, saving approximately 52,322 kWh of electricity annually.
- Adjusted air conditioning unit operation frequency, saving approximately 476,538 kWh annually.
- Discontinued use of dehumidifiers, saving approximately 48,384 kWh annually.
- Green procurement amount in 2023 reached NT$5.7 million.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Achieve a declared green procurement amount of 1 million dollars in 2023.
- Continuously update relevant policies, conduct regular education and training, and enhance employee awareness (Integrity, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Product Quality).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve a stable annual reduction of 1% in greenhouse gas emissions.
- Establish an internal culture of integrity.
- Analyze adverse events, track causes, and update the management system (Product Quality).
- Conduct annual employee satisfaction surveys and propose improvement plans (Talent Cultivation).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality.
- Build a robust integrity risk management system.
- Become a market leader in quality excellence.
- Cultivate and retain high-potential talents.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Corporate GovernanceEnvironmental SustainabilityEmployee RelationsSocial CareProduct Quality and ResponsibilityIntegrity in BusinessGreenhouse Gas Emissions, Climate Change Adaptation, and Energy ManagementTalent Cultivation and DevelopmentSocial Engagement