Anthem, Inc., a prominent player in the healthcare industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across various regions. Founded in 2004, Anthem has evolved through key milestones, including its rebranding to Elevance Health in 2022, reflecting its commitment to innovative health solutions. The company primarily focuses on health insurance and related services, offering a diverse range of products such as medical, dental, and vision plans. What sets Anthem apart is its emphasis on integrated care and technology-driven solutions that enhance patient experiences. With a strong market position, Anthem serves millions of members nationwide, consistently recognised for its efforts in improving healthcare accessibility and affordability. Its dedication to quality service and community health initiatives underscores its reputation as a leader in the health insurance sector.
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In 2023, Anthem, Inc. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,076,415,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 18,854,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 86,057,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 7,076,415,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Anthem is committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030 and aims for 75% of its suppliers, by spend, to have science-based targets by 2028. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Anthem's proactive approach to addressing climate change within the healthcare sector.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 102,805,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,191,207,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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