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.
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Gilead Sciences's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Gilead Sciences reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,179,798,000 kg CO2e, comprising 56,096,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 22,339,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,121,798,000 kg CO2e from 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 baseline year. Additionally, Gilead has committed to a 15% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. Gilead's emissions data shows a consistent effort to monitor and manage its carbon footprint across all scopes. The company is also working towards achieving carbon net-zero operational GHG emissions by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Gilead's commitment to sustainability within the pharmaceutical sector.
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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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