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updated 23 days ago

Elsevier Sustainability Profile

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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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67

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Elsevier's score of 67 is higher than 82% 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, comprising 1,075,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,283,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions from business travel amounted to about 5,172 kg CO2e. This reflects 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, with the organization being a current subsidiary. While specific reduction targets or initiatives were not disclosed, Elsevier is aligned with broader climate commitments from RELX PLC, which include participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Overall, Elsevier's emissions strategy demonstrates a proactive approach to climate action, focusing on transparency and accountability in its carbon reporting.

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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

How Carbon Intensive is Elsevier's Industry?

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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.

How Carbon Intensive is Elsevier's Location?

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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 very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Elsevier's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Elsevier's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 15% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Business Travel
100%

Elsevier's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Elsevier has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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