Mckesson
McKesson Corporation, a leading player in the healthcare industry, is headquartered in California and operates extensively across North America. Founded in 1833, McKesson has evolved into a vital partner for healthcare providers, offering a comprehensive range of services including pharmaceutical distribution, healthcare management solutions, and technology integration. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to supply chain management and its commitment to improving patient care through advanced data analytics and pharmacy services. With a strong market position, McKesson consistently ranks among the top companies in the Fortune 500, reflecting its significant impact on the healthcare landscape. Its dedication to enhancing operational efficiency and patient outcomes sets McKesson apart as a trusted leader in the industry.
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Mckesson's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, McKesson Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 32,034,413,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 79,292,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 141,303,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based). The majority of their emissions, about 32,034,413,000 kg CO2e, stem from Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain. McKesson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.4% by FY2032, using FY2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, they plan for 70% of their suppliers, by spend on purchased goods and services, to have science-based targets by FY2027. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent organization. McKesson's headquarters is located in California, USA, and they operate within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, and Life Sciences sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 92,194,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 188,912,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,733,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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