BenevolentAI
BenevolentAI, a pioneering biotechnology company headquartered in Great Britain, is at the forefront of drug discovery and development. Founded in 2013, the company leverages advanced artificial intelligence to accelerate the identification of novel therapeutics, particularly in areas such as neurology and oncology. With a strong operational presence across Europe and North America, BenevolentAI has achieved significant milestones, including partnerships with leading pharmaceutical firms and successful clinical trials. Its unique platform integrates vast datasets to uncover insights that traditional methods may overlook, positioning the company as a leader in the AI-driven drug development landscape. Recognised for its innovative approach, BenevolentAI continues to push the boundaries of science, aiming to transform the way medicines are discovered and developed for patients worldwide.
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BenevolentAI's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, BenevolentAI reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,904,400 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 282,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 125,600 kg CO2e (location-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 5,496,800 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals that business travel accounted for about 269,400 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services were the largest contributor at approximately 5,191,100 kg CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2022, BenevolentAI's total emissions were about 7,310,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 246,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 103,900 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 6,959,800 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in total emissions of about 1,406,200 kg CO2e from 2022 to 2023. BenevolentAI is a current subsidiary of BenevolentAI S.A., and the emissions data is cascaded from this parent organization. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed in their reports. The company has not outlined any formal initiatives or commitments towards emissions reduction, which places it in a broader industry context where many organisations are increasingly setting science-based targets to mitigate climate impact.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 246,900 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 103,900 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 6,959,800 | 0,000,000 |
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BenevolentAI 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.
