Battelle
Battelle Memorial Institute, commonly known as Battelle, is a leading non-profit research and development organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1929, Battelle has established itself as a key player in the fields of scientific research, technology development, and national security, with major operational regions across North America and beyond. Specialising in areas such as life sciences, environmental science, and advanced materials, Battelle offers unique solutions that address complex challenges. Their core services include laboratory research, data analytics, and technology commercialisation, which are distinguished by a commitment to innovation and collaboration. With a strong market position, Battelle has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its contributions to public health and defence. The organisation continues to drive advancements that enhance quality of life and support global security initiatives.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Battelle's score of 15 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Battelle's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Battelle reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,712,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 17,509,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 22,965,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Over the years, Battelle has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with emissions in 2022 at about 41,404,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in 2023. From 2017 to 2023, Battelle's Scope 1 emissions have fluctuated, with a peak of about 2,021,500 kg CO2e in 2020, while Scope 2 emissions have generally remained high, with a notable figure of approximately 39,954,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The company has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for clearer commitments in the context of industry standards for climate action. Overall, Battelle's emissions data reflects ongoing challenges in managing carbon outputs, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which are primarily linked to purchased electricity. The absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for the organisation to enhance its climate strategy and align with global sustainability goals.
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Add to project| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,550,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 39,344,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Battelle is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
