Charles River Laboratories
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc., commonly known as Charles River, is a leading provider of essential products and services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Headquartered in the United States, the company operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia, offering a global reach that enhances its service delivery. Founded in 1947, Charles River has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its preclinical and clinical services. The company specialises in drug discovery, safety assessment, and laboratory services, providing unique solutions that streamline the research process. Its commitment to innovation and quality has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the life sciences sector. With a robust portfolio that includes in vivo and in vitro testing, Charles River Laboratories is recognised for its expertise and reliability, making it a preferred choice for organisations seeking to advance their research and development efforts.
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Charles River Laboratories's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Charles River Laboratories reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 435,589,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 85,723,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 18,031,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 435,589,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 90,002,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 45,976,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined were about 102,610,000 kg CO2e. Charles River Laboratories has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 15% by 2030, with 2019 as the baseline. They also aim to increase their annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 1% in 2018 to 100% by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Charles River Laboratories is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and enhancing their sustainability practices within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 86,284,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 79,271,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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