Biogen
Biogen Inc., a leading biotechnology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of neurological disease research since its founding in 1978. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Biogen focuses on developing innovative therapies for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and Alzheimer’s disease. Renowned for its pioneering work in monoclonal antibodies, Biogen's core products include the multiple sclerosis treatments Tecfidera and Ocrevus, which are distinguished by their efficacy and safety profiles. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the first FDA approval of a treatment for spinal muscular atrophy in 2016. As a key player in the biotechnology industry, Biogen continues to push the boundaries of science, solidifying its market position through a commitment to research and development, and a robust pipeline of potential therapies.
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Biogen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Biogen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 324,178,000 kg CO2e globally, with a significant portion, about 267,059,000 kg CO2e, classified under Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company disclosed zero emissions for Scope 1 and Scope 2, indicating a focus on indirect emissions primarily from its supply chain and business travel. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions includes business travel (about 18,067,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 184,441,000 kg CO2e). Biogen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 55% by 2032, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, it aims to achieve a 100% reduction in these emissions by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, Biogen targets a 90% reduction by 2045. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards, reinforcing Biogen's dedication to sustainable practices within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector. The company is also working towards ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, by spend, have science-based targets by 2025, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,179,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 187,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 262,358,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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