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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Genentech's score of 40 is higher than 73% 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, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 64,980,000 kg CO2e, which included 3,242,000 kg CO2e from fugitive emissions and 61,780,000 kg CO2e from stationary combustion. Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 63,436,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions amounted to around 73,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel (55,446,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (18,154,000 kg CO2e). Genentech has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. However, the company is actively engaged in sustainability efforts, aligning with industry standards for climate action. As a leading biotechnology firm headquartered in the US, Genentech's commitment to addressing climate change is crucial in the context of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2004 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,533,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 21,308,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Genentech 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.
