Gilead Sciences
Gilead Sciences, Inc., a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of innovative healthcare since its founding in 1987. With a strong presence in regions such as Europe and Asia, Gilead focuses on the research, development, and commercialisation of antiviral drugs, particularly for HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza. The company is renowned for its groundbreaking therapies, including Biktarvy and Harvoni, which have transformed the treatment landscape for chronic viral infections. Gilead's commitment to advancing medicine is underscored by its significant achievements, including multiple FDA approvals and a robust pipeline of investigational therapies. As a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry, Gilead Sciences continues to shape the future of healthcare through its dedication to scientific innovation and patient care.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Gilead Sciences'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
Gilead Sciences's score of 49 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Gilead Sciences's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gilead Sciences reported total carbon emissions of approximately 56,096,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 22,339,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 1,121,798,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Gilead is committed to a 15% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Gilead's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to address climate change within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 44,754,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,127,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 32,003,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Gilead Sciences is committed to some 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.
