Beigene, a leading biotechnology company headquartered in China (CN), is at the forefront of developing innovative therapies for cancer and other serious diseases. Founded in 2010, Beigene has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, establishing a strong global presence in the biopharmaceutical industry. The company is renowned for its robust pipeline of targeted therapies and immuno-oncology products, with a focus on precision medicine. Notable achievements include the successful development of its flagship drug, Brukinsa, which has gained recognition for its efficacy in treating various forms of blood cancer. Beigene's commitment to research and development, coupled with strategic partnerships, positions it as a key player in the competitive landscape of oncology therapeutics.
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In 2024, BeiGene reported total carbon emissions of approximately 755,827,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,547,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 89,591,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 662,688,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for near-zero emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2025. Additionally, BeiGene plans to achieve a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. In 2023, the total emissions were reported at about 555,892,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 2,462,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 76,465,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 476,965,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2023 to 2024, particularly in Scope 3. The company is also committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% per unit of internally manufactured commercial products by 2026, using 2021 as a baseline. These initiatives reflect BeiGene's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 535,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 5,929,000 | 0,000,000 | 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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Beigene 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.