Elis, a leading provider of textile, hygiene, and facility services, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe and Latin America. Founded in 1883, the company has established itself as a key player in the rental and maintenance of professional clothing, mats, and hygiene products, catering to a diverse range of industries. Elis stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering tailored solutions that enhance workplace safety and cleanliness. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have expanded its service portfolio and geographical reach. Recognised for its high-quality services and customer-centric approach, Elis continues to set industry standards while driving growth in the textile and hygiene sectors.
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In 2024, Elis reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,970,700,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 497,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 86,600,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions contributing significantly at around 1,394,200,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 2,015,900,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions. Elis has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 47.5% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 28% within the same timeframe. The company has also pledged to reduce CO2 emissions intensity by 20% compared to 2010 levels for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. The emissions data and targets are sourced from Elis SA, with no cascaded data from a parent organization. Elis is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the textile and services industry.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 303,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 25,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0.0 |
Elis's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 100% last year and decreased by approximately 85% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 23113953488% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Elis has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Elis's sustainability data and climate commitments