Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, a pioneering biopharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States, is at the forefront of RNA interference (RNAi) therapeutics. Founded in 2002, Alnylam has made significant strides in the development of innovative treatments for rare genetic diseases, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. With a strong operational presence in key regions, including Europe and Asia, Alnylam focuses on delivering transformative medicines that target the underlying causes of diseases. Its core products, such as ONPATTRO and GIVLAARI, are distinguished by their unique mechanism of action, offering patients new hope where traditional therapies have fallen short. Recognised for its commitment to scientific excellence, Alnylam has achieved numerous milestones, including the first-ever approval of an RNAi therapeutic, solidifying its market position as a trailblazer in the biopharmaceutical landscape.
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In 2023, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals reported total carbon emissions of approximately 35,290,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 9,933,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 3,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, which includes business travel, employee commute, and waste generated in operations. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 4,095,000 kg CO2e, and a reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 10,116,000 kg CO2e. Alnylam has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2020 levels by 2030. Similarly, they plan to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 2 emissions over the same timeframe. These commitments demonstrate the company's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc. independently reports its emissions and climate commitments. The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its sustainability efforts, as evidenced by its detailed reporting practices.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 3,054,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 8,518,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,064,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is not participating in any 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.