Bio Rad
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc., a leading global provider of life science research and clinical diagnostics products, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1952, the company has established itself as a key player in the biotechnology industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Bio-Rad's core offerings include a diverse range of products such as reagents, instruments, and software for research and clinical applications. Their innovative solutions, particularly in the fields of genomics, proteomics, and quality control, set them apart in a competitive market. Notably, Bio-Rad has achieved recognition for its commitment to advancing scientific discovery and improving healthcare outcomes. With a strong market position, Bio-Rad continues to drive progress in the life sciences sector, underscoring its role as a trusted partner for researchers and clinicians worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bio Rad's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Bio Rad's score of 38 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bio Rad's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Bio-Rad Laboratories reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25,660,000 kg CO2e, comprising 21,216,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 14,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious sustainability goals, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This commitment reflects Bio-Rad's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. In 2019, Bio-Rad's emissions in the US were significant, with Scope 1 emissions at about 9,083,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 9,257,000 kg CO2e. In the UK, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of around 116,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 514,000 kg CO2e. These figures highlight the scale of Bio-Rad's operations and the importance of its climate commitments. Bio-Rad's strategy includes a focus on reducing emissions across its global operations, with a clear target to achieve substantial reductions in the coming years. The company's commitment to sustainability is evident in its structured approach to emissions reduction, aligning with industry standards and best practices in climate action.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,420,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 15,690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 314,454,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Bio Rad 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.
