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Qiagen N.V., commonly referred to as Qiagen, is a leading provider in the "Other services (93)" industry, with its headquarters based in Hilden, Germany. Established in 1984, the company has grown to become a prominent player in the life sciences and molecular diagnostics sectors, serving customers worldwide.
Specialising in sample and assay technologies, Qiagen offers a range of innovative products and services that facilitate genetic analysis, diagnostics, and research. Its unique solutions are recognised for their reliability and efficiency, helping scientists and healthcare professionals advance personalised medicine and disease detection.
With a strong market presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, Qiagen has achieved notable milestones in expanding its product portfolio and global reach, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in molecular testing and sample preparation.
+75 vs industry average
Qiagen’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Other Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Other Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 37% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Qiagen N.V., headquartered in Germany, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 292.3 million kg CO2e in 2025. This figure represents a decrease from their 2024 emissions of about 334.4 million kg CO2e and their 2023 emissions of roughly 351.4 million kg CO2e.
For 2025, Qiagen's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 10.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 3.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled roughly 278 million kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 for 2025 included purchased goods and services at approximately 196.3 million kg CO2e, upstream transportation and distribution at about 26.5 million kg CO2e, and end-of-life treatment of sold products at around 20.7 million kg CO2e.
Qiagen has set ambitious climate commitments validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. They also commit to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel, use of sold products, and end-of-life treatment of sold products by 25% within the same timeframe. Looking further ahead, Qiagen N.V. is committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 2050 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, Qiagen pledges that 67% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services, capital goods, and upstream transportation and distribution, will have science-based targets by 2027.
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42% reduction in Scope 2
QIAGEN N.V. commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
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25% reduction in scope 3 total
QIAGEN N.V. also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from business travel, use of sold products and end-of-life treatment of so…
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QIAGEN N.V. commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050 from a 2020 base year.
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