Eli Lilly and Company
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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Eli Lilly and Company's reported carbon emissions
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 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 345,000,000 kg CO2e. The company’s Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling around 5,139,500,000 kg CO2e, which encompasses various categories such as purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and waste generated in operations. Eli Lilly has made substantial commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. From 2020 to 2023, the company achieved a notable 26% absolute reduction in its emissions across its operations (Scope 1 and 2). Additionally, they have set a target to become carbon neutral in their own operations by 2030, which includes both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company has a legally binding commitment to achieve net zero emissions in the UK by 2050. These initiatives reflect Eli Lilly's proactive approach to addressing climate change while continuing to grow its business. The company aims to enhance its full value-chain emissions reporting, demonstrating a comprehensive commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2007 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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