Elanco
Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, commonly known as Elanco, is a leading global animal health company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1954, Elanco has established itself as a key player in the animal health industry, focusing on innovative solutions for both livestock and companion animals. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, the company offers a diverse range of products and services, including pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and nutritional products. Elanco's commitment to improving animal health and welfare is evident in its unique offerings, which are designed to enhance productivity and sustainability in animal agriculture. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of several groundbreaking products that address critical health challenges in animals. As a trusted partner in the animal health sector, Elanco continues to strengthen its market position through research and development, ensuring a healthier future for animals and the people who care for them.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Elanco'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
Elanco's score of 41 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Elanco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Elanco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 430,209,000 kg CO2e, comprising 145,020,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 285,188,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at 624,083,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Elanco has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. This long-term target is part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment, which underscores their dedication to aligning with global climate goals. The company has also shown a progressive reduction in emissions over the years, with a notable decrease in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2015, when they totalled 692,821,000 kg CO2e, to 430,209,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Elanco's ongoing efforts reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, positioning the company as a responsible leader in the consumer durables sector.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 274,550,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 418,271,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Elanco 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.
