Abcam plc, commonly known as Abcam, is a leading life sciences company headquartered in Cambridge, GB. Founded in 1998, Abcam has established itself as a prominent player in the biotechnology industry, specialising in the production and distribution of high-quality antibodies and related products. With a strong focus on research and development, the company serves a global market, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Abcam's core offerings include a vast range of antibodies, proteins, and assays, which are renowned for their specificity and reliability. The company’s commitment to innovation and quality has positioned it as a trusted partner for researchers in academia and industry alike. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of over one million products, making Abcam a go-to resource for scientists seeking advanced tools for their research.
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In 2022, Abcam reported total carbon emissions of approximately 102,263,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,224,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,370,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 102,263,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 4,594,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, Abcam's emissions were approximately 87,858,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,111,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 4,113,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 82,633,000 kg CO2e. The total for Scope 1 and 2 was around 5,224,000 kg CO2e. For 2020, the company reported total emissions of about 55,008,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,554,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 3,198,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 4,752,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 and 2 total was approximately 50,256,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Abcam has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further clarity on their long-term sustainability strategies.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,554,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 3,198,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,752,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Abcam is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.