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Medical Device Manufacturing
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updated 4 days ago

Taconic Biosciences

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Taconic Biosciences, a leading provider of genetically engineered rodent models, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Europe and Asia. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a key player in the biotechnology industry, focusing on preclinical research and model development for drug discovery and development. Taconic's core offerings include custom mouse models, biorepositories, and advanced breeding services, all designed to meet the specific needs of researchers in academia and the pharmaceutical sector. What sets Taconic apart is its commitment to quality and innovation, ensuring that their models are not only reliable but also tailored to the unique requirements of each project. With a strong market position, Taconic Biosciences has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies and contributions to significant scientific advancements. Their dedication to excellence continues to drive their reputation as a trusted resource in the field of biomedical research.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Taconic Biosciences'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Taconic Biosciences's score of 23 is lower than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Taconic Biosciences's reported carbon emissions

Taconic Biosciences, headquartered in the United States, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. However, the company has made commitments towards climate action, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint. As of December 2023, Taconic Biosciences is classified as "Committed" to near-term reduction targets, although no specific targets or timelines have been disclosed. The company has not committed to a net-zero target at this time. This commitment aligns with industry standards in the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences sector, where companies are increasingly recognising the importance of sustainability and climate responsibility. Taconic's climate initiatives are not cascaded from a parent organisation, indicating that their commitments and strategies are developed independently. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices, reflecting a growing trend within the industry to address climate change proactively.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Taconic Biosciences's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Taconic Biosciences is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Taconic Biosciences is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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