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Cvs

CVS Group plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading veterinary services provider, renowned for its comprehensive range of animal healthcare solutions. Founded in 1999, CVS has grown significantly, establishing a strong presence across the UK and expanding into Europe. The company operates over 500 veterinary practices, alongside diagnostic laboratories and pet crematoria, making it a key player in the veterinary industry. CVS is distinguished by its commitment to high-quality care and innovative services, including advanced veterinary diagnostics and specialist referral services. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being listed on the London Stock Exchange, which underscores its robust market position. With a focus on enhancing animal welfare and supporting veterinary professionals, CVS continues to set benchmarks in the veterinary sector.

DitchCarbon Score

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25

Industry Average

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6

Industry Benchmark

Cvs's score of 25 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cvs's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, CVS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,750,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 8,539,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 2,619,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 593,000 kg CO2e. For 2021, CVS's emissions were approximately 7,804,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 4,862,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 2,940,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at a minimal 2,000 kg CO2e. CVS has set ambitious near-term reduction targets, aiming for a 3% reduction in operational carbon footprint for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2023 to 2024. This commitment reflects CVS's ongoing efforts to enhance sustainability and reduce its environmental impact. Overall, CVS's emissions data and reduction initiatives demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing climate change and improving operational efficiency within the veterinary and healthcare sectors.

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Scope 2
78,872,000
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Scope 3
1,465,827,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cvs's primary industry is Animal products nec, which is high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cvs is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cvs is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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