Cencora, formerly known as the Alliance Healthcare Group, is a prominent player in the pharmaceutical distribution and logistics industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2022, the company has rapidly established itself as a leader in providing innovative supply chain solutions across North America and Europe. Cencora specialises in a range of services, including pharmaceutical distribution, clinical trial logistics, and patient support programmes, setting itself apart with a commitment to efficiency and reliability. The company’s unique approach to integrating technology with traditional distribution methods has garnered recognition, positioning it as a trusted partner for healthcare providers and pharmaceutical manufacturers alike. With a focus on enhancing patient access to medications, Cencora continues to achieve significant milestones, reinforcing its status as a key player in the global healthcare landscape.
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In 2023, Cencora reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,871,200 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 87,492,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and around 25,878,873,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2019, when Scope 1 emissions were about 98,742,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 100,593,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled around 19,881,916,000 kg CO2e. Cencora has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6% by FY2032, using FY2019 as the base year. Additionally, the company has pledged that 82% of its suppliers, based on spend, will have science-based targets by FY2027. These targets align with the necessary reductions to limit global warming to 1.5°C, demonstrating Cencora's commitment to addressing climate change within the healthcare sector.
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Add to project2019 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 98,742,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 100,593,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 19,881,916,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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