Biogen
Biogen Inc., a leading biotechnology company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of neurological disease research since its founding in 1978. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Biogen focuses on developing innovative therapies for conditions such as multiple sclerosis, spinal muscular atrophy, and Alzheimer’s disease. Renowned for its pioneering work in monoclonal antibodies, Biogen's core products include the multiple sclerosis treatments Tecfidera and Ocrevus, which are distinguished by their efficacy and safety profiles. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the first FDA approval of a treatment for spinal muscular atrophy in 2016. As a key player in the biotechnology industry, Biogen continues to push the boundaries of science, solidifying its market position through a commitment to research and development, and a robust pipeline of potential therapies.
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Biogen's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Biogen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 324,178,000 kg CO2e globally, with 56,611,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 32,858,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 267,059,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions included 18,067,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 13,328,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting. Biogen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2032 from a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, the company is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2045. This includes a long-term target to eliminate Scope 1 and 2 emissions entirely by 2040 and to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 90% by 2045. The company’s climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms that their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Biogen is also working towards ensuring that 80% of its suppliers, by spend, have science-based targets by 2025. In summary, Biogen is actively addressing its carbon footprint with clear reduction targets and a commitment to sustainability, reflecting its role in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,179,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 187,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 262,358,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Biogen 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.
