Environmental Sustainability
We recognize the link between environmental health and the health of our members and communities. This is reflected in our approach to sustainable business operations and through our efforts to support community health and resiliency.
Elevance Health Impact
Addressing the Whole Health Effects of Climate ChangeAs part of our whole-health approach, which encompasses health factors outside of the doctor’s office, Elevance Health works to alleviate the effects of climate change on health. The healthcare sector must lead efforts to address climate change, which over 200 medical journals have declared the “greatest threat” to global public health. Climate change impacts critical physical, behavioral, and social drivers, such as mental health conditions and food security. Disruptions to ecological systems and changes in weather can worsen chronic health conditions and lead to increased prevalence of conditions like asthma, cardiovascular failure, and infectious disease.
Our Path to Carbon Neutrality
Sustainable Operations
Elevance Health continually improves the environmental sustainability of our operations and business activities to make our communities healthier.
Elevance Health’s company-wide environmental policy, strategy, and goals are overseen by the Governance Committee of the Board of Directors. Our Chief Sustainability Officer is responsible for establishing our strategy, reporting on environmental sustainability initiatives, and identifying climate-related risks and opportunities.
Elevance Health is part of the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. It calls on companies to align with universal principles on human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption.
Environmental Sustainability Focus Areas Include:
Energy and Climate Performance
Pursue carbon neutral operations for scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions
Renewable Energy
Procure 100% renewable electricity for operations
Supply Chain Sustainability
Engage with strategic suppliers on setting their own science-based GHG emissions reduction targets
Resiliency
Provide enhanced support to the people our companies serve, especially to people experiencing economic insecurity
Climate and Community Resiliency
Elevance Health supports climate and community resiliency through our approach to health, our partnerships, and our business activities.
The Elevance Health Foundation partners with disaster relief organizations and provides financial support to consumers, associates, and communities during difficult times.
Read about our environmental sustainability policies and efforts in our Impact Report.
Supply Chain
Elevance Health manages environmental and social impact and risk across our supply chain.