Climate Change Data

Relay Therapeutics

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020)

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Energy Consumption:2,719,533 kWh
Water Consumption:1,621 CCF
Waste Generated:27,845 lbs (hazardous and lab waste); 26.1 metric tons (non-hazardous waste)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Patient Safety
  • Access to Medicines
  • Drug Safety
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Human Capital Management
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Employee Health, Safety and Wellness
  • Energy Management
  • Water Use
  • Waste Management
  • Business Ethics
  • Data Security
  • Corporate Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced water usage by more than 39% due to water-efficient fixtures and a green roof.
  • 40% of hazardous and lab waste recycled.
  • 72% of non-hazardous waste recycled.

Social Achievements

  • 98% of employees would recommend Relay Therapeutics as a great place to work (2020 employee engagement survey).
  • Relay Therapeutics’ turnover rates have been below 10%, compared to the Boston/Cambridge Biotech industry average of 25%.
  • Participated in community service initiatives, including the American Cancer Society Bicycles Battling Cancer ride and supporting BAGLY.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a cross-functional ESG Working Team and a diversity and inclusion advisory group.
  • Implemented a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics with employee training and a whistleblower hotline.
  • No monetary losses as a result of legal proceedings associated with corruption and bribery.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Return to elimination of single-use plastic by the end of 2021.

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased single-use plastic and solid trash waste due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Relying on external partners for GxP activities poses a risk of non-compliance with pharmaceutical quality standards.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Commitment to return to elimination of single-use plastic by the end of 2021.
  • Vendor oversight program with thorough and ongoing assessment of all GxP vendors, including quality audits and supplier management assessments.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Approved Supplier List maintained by Quality Assurance Department; vendor selection based on technical, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: SASB, UN SDGs