AmerisourceBergen Sustainability Profile
AmerisourceBergen Corporation, a leading global healthcare solutions provider, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and Europe. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key player in the pharmaceutical distribution industry, focusing on the efficient delivery of medications and healthcare products. AmerisourceBergen offers a comprehensive range of services, including pharmaceutical distribution, supply chain management, and consulting services, which are tailored to meet the needs of healthcare providers and manufacturers. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer service, positioning itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare ecosystem. With a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence, AmerisourceBergen continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a vital contributor to the healthcare industry.
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AmerisourceBergen's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, AmerisourceBergen reported total carbon emissions of approximately 111,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 33,361,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 74,293,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 25,777,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions related to business travel. This data reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2019, which were about 33,597,500 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions decreased from 86,713,900 kg CO2e in the same year. AmerisourceBergen has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its operations by 2030 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company has a long-term goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. These targets demonstrate a proactive approach to climate action, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that AmerisourceBergen independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives.
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| 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,597,500 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 86,713,900 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,356,600 | 00,000,000 |
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AmerisourceBergen's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
AmerisourceBergen's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and decreased by approximately 9% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 19% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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AmerisourceBergen'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.
AmerisourceBergen 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.
