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.
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Zai Lab's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Zai Lab reported total carbon emissions of approximately 70,321,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 15,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 4,664,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 65,642,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 74,436,000 kg CO2e, this marks a reduction of approximately 4,115,000 kg CO2e. Zai Lab's emissions data is sourced directly from Zai Lab Limited, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. The company has made commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets have not been established. Notably, previous near-term targets have been removed, indicating a shift in their climate strategy. The pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector, in which Zai Lab operates, is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact. As such, Zai Lab's commitment to addressing climate change is crucial for aligning with industry standards and expectations. The company has not yet committed to a net-zero target, but it continues to engage in climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,400 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,536,600 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Zai Lab is not participating in any 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.
