GALAPAGOS
GALAPAGOS NV, commonly referred to as Galapagos, is a pioneering biotechnology company headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in Europe. Founded in 1999, Galapagos has established itself in the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on the discovery and development of innovative medicines for various diseases, including inflammatory and fibrotic conditions. The company is renowned for its unique drug discovery platform, which leverages advanced technologies to identify and develop novel therapeutic candidates. Notable achievements include the successful development of several clinical-stage programmes, positioning Galapagos as a leader in the biopharmaceutical sector. With a commitment to scientific excellence and a robust pipeline, Galapagos continues to make significant strides in transforming patient care through groundbreaking therapies.
DitchCarbon Score
How does GALAPAGOS'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 Education 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
GALAPAGOS's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
GALAPAGOS's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, GALAPAGOS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,537,000 kg CO2e, a significant reduction from about 54,609,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes Scope 1 emissions of about 2,922,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,132,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 36,537,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions are primarily driven by purchased goods and services, which account for about 28,257,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, GALAPAGOS has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or reduction initiatives. The company continues to monitor its emissions across all scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. As it operates globally from its headquarters in the US, GALAPAGOS is positioned to further enhance its sustainability efforts in alignment with industry standards.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,180,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 217,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 54,609,000 | 00,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
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.
GALAPAGOS 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.
