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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
updated 6 months ago

Helicos BioSciences Corporation

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Helicos BioSciences Corporation, a pioneering entity in the biotechnology sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006, the company has made significant strides in the field of genomics, particularly with its innovative single-molecule sequencing technology. This unique approach allows for high-throughput, accurate DNA sequencing, setting Helicos apart from traditional methods. With a focus on research and development, Helicos BioSciences serves a diverse clientele, including academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies, primarily in North America and Europe. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of its Helicos Genetic Analysis System, which has garnered attention for its ability to deliver rapid and precise genomic data. As a leader in the sequencing industry, Helicos continues to push the boundaries of genetic research, contributing to advancements in personalised medicine and genomics.

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23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

Industry Benchmark

Helicos BioSciences Corporation's score of 23 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Helicos BioSciences Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Helicos BioSciences Corporation, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Furthermore, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. This lack of data suggests that Helicos BioSciences may not have established formal commitments to address carbon emissions or climate change initiatives at this time. As a result, the company does not appear to be actively participating in industry-standard climate frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar programmes.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Helicos BioSciences Corporation's primary industry is Medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks (33), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Helicos BioSciences Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Helicos BioSciences Corporation 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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