Labcorp
Labcorp, officially known as Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings, is a leading global life sciences company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1971, Labcorp has established itself as a key player in the diagnostics and drug development sectors, with a strong presence across North America and Europe. The company offers a comprehensive range of laboratory services, including clinical laboratory testing, drug development, and genomic testing. Labcorp's commitment to innovation and quality sets it apart, providing healthcare professionals with critical insights to improve patient outcomes. Recognised for its extensive test menu and advanced technologies, Labcorp has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of pioneering diagnostic solutions. With a robust market position, Labcorp continues to drive advancements in healthcare, making it a trusted partner for patients and providers alike.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Labcorp's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Labcorp's score of 56 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Labcorp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Labcorp reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 313,802,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at about 187,455,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 126,346,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 1,000,378,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream and downstream transportation, and distribution. Labcorp has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from specific categories, including purchased goods and services, as well as upstream and downstream transportation and distribution, within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Labcorp's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and life sciences sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 173,797,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 175,982,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 909,611,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Labcorp is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
