Syncona Ltd, a leading life sciences company headquartered in Great Britain, focuses on building and financing innovative biotechnology businesses. Founded in 2016, Syncona has rapidly established itself in the healthcare sector, particularly in the development of advanced therapies and regenerative medicine. With a strong operational presence in the UK and the US, Syncona is dedicated to creating and supporting companies that address significant unmet medical needs. Its unique approach combines deep scientific expertise with strategic investment, enabling the development of cutting-edge products and services. Notable achievements include a robust portfolio of companies that are pioneering breakthroughs in gene therapy and cell therapy. Syncona's commitment to innovation positions it as a key player in the life sciences industry, driving advancements that have the potential to transform patient care.
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In 2024, Syncona reported total carbon emissions of approximately 492,300 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 930 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 491,400 kg CO2e. The significant contributors to Scope 3 emissions included business travel at about 480,500 kg CO2e and employee commuting at approximately 5,780 kg CO2e. In 2023, Syncona's total emissions were approximately 192,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 740 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 191,900 kg CO2e. Business travel was again the largest component, contributing about 176,010 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent organization. Syncona's emissions data reflects its operational impact, with a focus on addressing Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage.
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2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 700 | 000 | 000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 53,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Syncona 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.