Gilead Sciences, Inc., a leading biopharmaceutical company headquartered in the United States, has been at the forefront of innovative healthcare since its founding in 1987. With a strong presence in regions such as Europe and Asia, Gilead focuses on the research, development, and commercialisation of antiviral drugs, particularly for HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and influenza. The company is renowned for its groundbreaking therapies, including Biktarvy and Harvoni, which have transformed the treatment landscape for chronic viral infections. Gilead's commitment to advancing medicine is underscored by its significant achievements, including multiple FDA approvals and a robust pipeline of investigational therapies. As a key player in the biopharmaceutical industry, Gilead Sciences continues to shape the future of healthcare through its dedication to scientific innovation and patient care.
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In 2023, Gilead Sciences reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 1,179,800,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 56,096,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 80,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,121,798,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, which were about 55,919,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions decreased from approximately 1,202,703,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Gilead has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% by 2025, using a 2016 baseline. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving carbon net-zero operational GHG emissions by 2030. This includes a more aggressive target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, alongside a 15% reduction in Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These initiatives align with Gilead's broader environmental strategy, reflecting a commitment to sustainability within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector. The company is actively working towards these targets to mitigate its environmental impact and contribute to global climate goals.
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2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 44,754,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 36,813,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Gilead Sciences 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.