Natera Sustainability Profile
Natera, Inc., a leading genetic testing company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of the genomics industry since its founding in 2004. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations globally, Natera focuses on reproductive health, oncology, and organ transplantation. The company is renowned for its innovative non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) and advanced cancer diagnostics, which leverage cutting-edge technology to provide accurate and actionable insights. Natera's unique approach to genetic testing has positioned it as a trusted partner in healthcare, with significant milestones including the launch of its flagship product, Panorama, which revolutionised prenatal screening. With a commitment to improving patient outcomes, Natera continues to achieve notable recognition in the market, solidifying its status as a pioneer in the field of genetic testing.
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Natera's score of 51 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Natera's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Natera, headquartered in the US, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 156,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,142,880 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 151,342,950 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, Natera does not disclose Scope 2 emissions data. For 2023, Natera's total emissions were approximately 151,300,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,597,760 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 146,322,600 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2022, the total emissions were about 130,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 6,826,310 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 130,624,910 kg CO2e. Natera has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2023 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 51.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from upstream transportation and distribution per test processed within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Natera commits that 70.91% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Natera's commitment to addressing climate change within the healthcare sector.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,004,700 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | 87,380,350 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Natera's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Natera's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 3% last year and increased by approximately 73% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 83% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Natera's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Natera has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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