Pharma’s Environmental Challenge: Tackling Carbon Emissions in the Supply Chain

The pharmaceutical industry is not only essential for global health but also a significant contributor to environmental challenges. Each year, the sector generates approximately 52 megatons of CO₂ emissions—comparable to 11 million cars on the road—and produces more than 300 million tonnes of plastic waste, much of it single-use. The rising demand for sustainable supply chains and decarbonization is forcing the industry to rethink how it manages environmental impacts.

Mauro, Co-founder and CEO of Emitwise, spoke with Joanna Edwards of Pharma IQ on the ways in which the pharmaceutical industry can tackle these pressing issues.