Boston-based biotechnology company Moderna Inc. announced Monday that is aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions globally by 2030.

“We believe that each corporation around the world needs to be part of the solution in addressing climate change and our first step is to commit to net-zero carbon emissions,” chief executive Stephane Bancel said in a press release.

The company will make this announcement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, Scotland. The conference began on Sunday and ends on Nov. 12.

Moderna's goals include establishing baseline metrics regarding energy, waste, and water to implement environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESC) programs. The company will assess the utility infrastructure of the Moderna Technology Center manufacturing site to form a timeline to reduce its carbon footprint.

They will also commit to the direct use of renewable energy facilities in the U.S. in 2021 and offset any non-renewable consumption through renewable energy credits (RECs). Moderna will also invest in the new Moderna Science Center, a high-performance building designed to be the most sustainable commercial lab building in Cambridge built with acoustical and light pollution mitigation measures.

For all new projects the biotechnology company will incorporate sustainable design and construction projects and they will encourage green transportation to employees through offerings of fully subsidized public transport, bike-sharing, and free electric vehicle charging stations.

Moderna will also work with suppliers to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across industries and seek innovative solutions.

The FDA on Friday told Moderna that the agency had delayed the decision on the company’s vaccine for 12 to 17-year-olds to study the rare risk of heart inflammation. The review could last until January, the company said Sunday.

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