Maravai LifeSciences, a leading provider in the research and development services sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2016, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the life sciences industry, focusing on essential areas such as nucleic acid production, biopharmaceutical development, and diagnostic solutions.
With a commitment to innovation, Maravai offers unique core products and services, including high-quality plasmid DNA and RNA synthesis, which are critical for advancing therapeutic and diagnostic applications. The company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted partner for researchers and developers globally. Maravai LifeSciences continues to enhance its market presence through strategic growth and a dedication to scientific excellence.
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Industry Intensity
Research Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Research Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Maravai LifeSciences's reported carbon emissions
Maravai LifeSciences, a US-based company in the research and development services industry, reported a total of approximately 75.2 million kg CO2e in emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
For the 2024 reporting year, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 862,580 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 2,208,570 kg CO2e. The most significant portion of Maravai's reported emissions in 2024 came from Scope 3, with purchased goods and services accounting for approximately 56,213,130 kg CO2e. Other notable Scope 3 categories for 2024 included capital goods at about 10,027,390 kg CO2e, and business travel at approximately 3,943,670 kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 13.1 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were about 736,590 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 1,993,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions in 2023 were led by capital goods at about 10,572,000 kg CO2e and purchased goods and services at approximately 8,002,000 kg CO2e.
In terms of climate commitments, Maravai LifeSciences has committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is also committed to net-zero emissions, with a target year to be determined. Their climate initiatives are cascaded from Maravai LifeSciences Holdings, Inc., with a cascade level of 0. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 377,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 1,309,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not fully disclosed for 2022. In 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 330,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 1,103,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were not fully disclosed for 2021.
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Maravai LifeSciences’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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Data year: 2024
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