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Genentech

Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, is a pioneering biotechnology company headquartered in South San Francisco, US. Founded in 1976, Genentech has been at the forefront of the biotechnology industry, focusing on the development of innovative medicines for serious medical conditions. The company is renowned for its contributions to oncology, immunology, and neuroscience, with a portfolio that includes groundbreaking therapies such as Herceptin and Avastin. With a commitment to research and development, Genentech has achieved numerous milestones, including the first-ever recombinant DNA product approved by the FDA. Its unique approach to drug development, combining cutting-edge science with a patient-centric philosophy, has solidified its position as a leader in the biopharmaceutical market. Genentech continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving advancements that improve patient outcomes globally.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Genentech'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.

23

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Genentech's score of 23 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Genentech's reported carbon emissions

In 2019, Genentech reported total carbon emissions of approximately 140,550,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 64,200,000 kg CO2e (from stationary combustion and fugitive emissions), Scope 2 emissions of approximately 63,436,000 kg CO2e (from purchased electricity), and Scope 3 emissions of around 73,000,000 kg CO2e (including business travel and employee commute). Genentech has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively engaged in sustainability practices, as indicated by their comprehensive emissions reporting across all three scopes. The company continues to monitor and report its carbon footprint, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.

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21,308,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Genentech's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Genentech is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon 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.

Genentech 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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