Eli Lilly and Company, commonly referred to as Lilly, is a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1876, the company has established a strong presence in major operational regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia, focusing on innovative solutions in diabetes, oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. Lilly is renowned for its pioneering products, such as insulin therapies and cancer treatments, which are distinguished by their commitment to research and development. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of groundbreaking medications that have transformed patient care. With a robust market position, Eli Lilly continues to be recognised for its contributions to healthcare, consistently ranking among the top pharmaceutical companies worldwide.
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In 2023, Eli Lilly and Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 5,270,000,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 182,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 345,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 5,139,500,000 kg CO2e. The company has made notable strides in reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a 26% absolute reduction in emissions from 2020 to 2023, despite business growth during this period. Eli Lilly has set ambitious climate commitments, including a legally binding target to reach net zero emissions in the UK by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the company aims to be carbon neutral in its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030. These initiatives reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental stewardship, aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2007 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 527,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,310,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 14,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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