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Research Services
NL
updated 14 hours ago

Elsevier

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Elsevier, a global leader in information analytics, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 1880, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a pivotal player in the academic publishing and research sectors. Specialising in scientific, technical, and medical content, Elsevier offers a diverse range of products and services, including journals, books, and digital solutions that enhance research productivity. Its unique combination of cutting-edge technology and extensive databases positions it as a trusted resource for researchers and institutions worldwide. With a strong market presence, Elsevier is renowned for its commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation, making significant contributions to the global research community.

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64

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Research Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

27

Industry Benchmark

Elsevier's score of 64 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Elsevier's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Elsevier reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 sources, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,075,000 kg CO2e and market-based Scope 2 emissions at around 1,283,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions from business travel were approximately 5,172 kg CO2e. This represents a reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 1,302,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a commitment to lowering their carbon footprint. Elsevier's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, RELX PLC, which is involved in various sustainability initiatives. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Elsevier. The company is part of a broader corporate family that includes RELX Group plc, which may influence its climate strategies and commitments. Overall, Elsevier's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to managing carbon emissions, although further details on specific reduction initiatives or targets are not available at this time.

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20222023
Scope 1
1,302,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
1,409,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
4,497
0,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Elsevier's primary industry is Research and development services (73), which is very low 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 Elsevier is in NL, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Elsevier 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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