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Zai Lab Limited, often referred to simply as Zai Lab, is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Shanghai, China. Established in 2014, Zai Lab is at the forefront of the Biological Product Manufacturing industry, with a strategic focus on developing and commercialising novel therapies for unmet medical needs.
The company's core business revolves around innovative drug discovery, development, and commercialisation, with a strong emphasis on oncology, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. Zai Lab distinguishes itself through its robust pipeline of therapies, including ZEJULA® (niraparib), which offers a unique treatment option for ovarian cancer patients. Their global reach extends beyond China, with significant operational presence in the United States and other key international markets.
Through strategic partnerships and an unwavering commitment to scientific excellence, Zai Lab has rapidly positioned itself as a leading biopharmaceutical player. Their dedication to bringing breakthrough medicines to patients worldwide underscores their mission to improve health and transform lives.
-13 vs industry average
Zai Lab’s score of 37 is lower than 40% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing is among the most carbon-intensive industries
The Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing industry has reduced its overall emissions by 22% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Zai Lab, a Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing company headquartered in China, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 59,814,000 kg CO2e in 2024. This figure includes about 294,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,056,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 55,465,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2024 included purchased goods and services (approximately 52,633,000 kg CO2e), capital goods (approximately 496,000 kg CO2e), and employee commuting (approximately 1,074,000 kg CO2e).
In 2023, Zai Lab's total carbon emissions were around 70,321,000 kg CO2e. This comprised approximately 14,550 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,663,840 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 65,642,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, with purchased goods and services accounting for about 55,213,110 kg CO2e within Scope 3.
For 2022, total reported emissions were approximately 74,436,000 kg CO2e, with about 19,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,954,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 70,463,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3.
In 2021, Zai Lab reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 28,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 3,548,500 kg CO2e (location-based). Data for Scope 3 emissions was not provided for this year.
In 2020, the company disclosed approximately 2,969,800 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions. Similarly, in 2019, Scope 2 emissions were around 2,987,900 kg CO2e. Scope 1 and Scope 3 data were not provided for 2020 and 2019.
Zai Lab has a climate commitment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). While previously listed as "Committed" in 2023, one of their commitments was subsequently removed, and another remains "Committed." The company has not stated a net-zero commitment or a specific net-zero year. All emissions and commitment data are reported directly by Zai Lab Limited and are not cascaded from a parent or related organisation.
No climate goals have been disclosed for Zai Lab yet.
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