Codexis, Inc..
CDXS.US | Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering
Codexis, Inc. is a protein engineering company that discovers, develops, and commercializes enzymes. These enzymes are used to optimize chemical and biological processes in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, food, and industrial manufacturing. The company's technology platform enables th...Show More
Better Health for All
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No evidence available to assess Codexis, Inc. on Better Health for All.
Fair Money & Economic Opportunity
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No evidence available to assess Codexis, Inc. on Fair Money & Economic Opportunity.
Fair Pay & Worker Respect
-10
Codexis receives mixed reviews regarding fair pay and worker respect. While some reviews on Indeed.com and Glassdoor.com highlight positive aspects such as good culture, coworkers, and benefits, others raise concerns about management styles, inconsistent communication, and lack of career advancement opportunities
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. The average employee rating on Glassdoor is 3.4 out of 5 stars, with 61% of employees recommending the company and 67% approving of the CEO
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. Zippia.com reports an average salary of $80,636, with a salary range of $47,000 to $137,000
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. However, there is a lack of specific quantitative data on key metrics such as living wage coverage, CEO-median pay ratio, pay equity ratio, and labor violation incidents
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. Multiple reviews mention layoffs and concerns about lower salaries compared to other companies
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. Given the mixed feedback and data gaps, a conservative score of -10 is appropriate, reflecting some concerns but also acknowledging positive aspects and the absence of major violations.
Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing
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No specific quantitative data was provided in the articles to assess Codexis, Inc. against the Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing value. The articles announce the publication of inaugural sustainability disclosures for fiscal year 2023, aligning with SASB and IFRS guidelines, and mention general sustainability initiatives.
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However, they do not contain any specific metrics related to fair trade certification, audit frequency, forced/child labor incidents, supply chain traceability, remediation speed, ethical clause coverage, materials risk, or supplier diversity spend.
Honest & Fair Business
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No evidence available to assess Codexis, Inc. on Honest & Fair Business.
Kind to Animals
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Codexis uses animals in drug testing and clinical trials for a therapeutic enzyme product candidate, specifically in a PKU animal model.
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The enzyme was introduced into the animal's stomach, resulting in decreased blood phenylalanine levels.
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However, the provided articles do not contain quantitative data on the volume of animals used, details on animal testing policies, or the extent to which non-animal testing methods are employed. Information regarding cruelty-free certifications, ethical sourcing, or other animal welfare practices is also absent.
No War, No Weapons
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Codexis, Inc. has no military contracting, indicating that its core business does not involve defense or arms-related activities.
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The company also has no controversial weapons, confirming no exposure to such items.
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Planet-Friendly Business
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Codexis, Inc. published its inaugural sustainability disclosures for FY2023, aligned with SASB guidance.
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The company has received 3 US EPA Green Chemistry Challenge Awards.
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The company states it is in the process of examining GHG emissions and complies with applicable laws regarding waste handling and disposal.
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No specific quantitative data on environmental performance metrics such as GHG emissions, renewable energy use, water consumption, waste diversion, or climate targets is provided in the articles.
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Respect for Cultures & Communities
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The provided articles, including the 2023 Sustainability Report summary and other company disclosures, do not contain specific, quantifiable data points for any of the KPIs related to 'Respect for Cultures & Communities'.
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There is no evidence regarding formal partnerships with community groups, revenue reinvested in local development, cultural appropriation incidents, cultural impact assessment protocols, local employment ratios, grievance mechanisms, FPIC participation, community governance inclusion, cultural preservation investment, local procurement, indigenous suppliers, cultural site protection, social license, charitable giving to cultural organizations, community fund allocation, language inclusivity, cultural incident response, or cultural sensitivity training completion.
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Safe & Smart Tech
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No evidence available to assess Codexis, Inc. on Safe & Smart Tech.
Zero Waste & Sustainable Products
-40
Codexis has implemented the ECO Synthesis platform for RNAi therapeutics manufacturing, which uses milder, aqueous conditions to dramatically decrease chemical waste production compared to traditional methods.
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This represents a significant waste reduction initiative. The company reported zero waste disposal violations for fiscal year 2023.
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Additionally, Codexis holds wastewater permits and a Stormwater Discharge Exposure Certification, and states that its safety procedures for waste handling are compliant with applicable laws, indicating good hazardous waste management.
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