Zai Lab
Zai Lab Limited, commonly referred to as Zai Lab, is a prominent biopharmaceutical company headquartered in China. Founded in 2014, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in the development of innovative therapies, focusing primarily on oncology, autoimmune diseases, and infectious diseases. With a strong operational presence in both China and the United States, Zai Lab is committed to addressing unmet medical needs through its robust pipeline of novel drug candidates.
The company’s core offerings include a range of proprietary and partnered products, distinguished by their unique mechanisms of action and potential to improve patient outcomes. Zai Lab has achieved significant milestones, including successful collaborations with global pharmaceutical leaders and the launch of several key therapies in the Chinese market. Recognised for its commitment to innovation, Zai Lab continues to strengthen its position in the competitive biopharmaceutical landscape.
-13 vs industry average
Zai Lab’s score of 32 is lower than 39% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Biological Product (except Diagnostic) Manufacturing industry has increased its overall emissions by 24% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Zai Lab's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Zai Lab, headquartered in China, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 59.8 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 294,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.1 million kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 55.5 million kg CO2e. The latter includes major categories such as purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 52.6 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Zai Lab's total emissions were approximately 70.3 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 14,550 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at approximately 4.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 65.6 million kg CO2e, primarily driven by purchased goods and services. Zai Lab has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have been removed or expired. The company is currently classified as having committed to near-term targets, but it has not set a net-zero target. The organisation operates within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences sector, and its emissions data is sourced directly from Zai Lab Limited without any cascading from a parent company. Overall, Zai Lab's emissions profile highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, particularly from its supply chain, while the company continues to navigate its climate commitments in a rapidly evolving industry landscape.
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Zai Lab’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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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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