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Reed Publishing Corporation Limited Sustainability Profile

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Reed Publishing Corporation Limited, commonly known as Reed Publishing, is a prominent player in the publishing industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in the early 20th century, the company has established itself as a leader in providing high-quality content across various sectors, including education, professional development, and reference materials. With a strong presence in Europe and North America, Reed Publishing offers a diverse range of products and services, including textbooks, digital resources, and industry-specific publications. Their commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart, ensuring that they meet the evolving needs of their audience. Recognised for their excellence, Reed Publishing has achieved significant milestones, solidifying their market position as a trusted source of information and learning. Their unique approach to content creation and distribution continues to drive their success in the competitive publishing landscape.

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64

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Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from RELX Group plc

Reed Publishing Corporation Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of RELX PLC, which cascades its climate commitments and emissions data through its corporate family structure. While Reed Publishing Corporation Limited does not have its own documented reduction targets, it aligns with the broader sustainability initiatives of RELX PLC. This includes commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. As part of its climate strategy, Reed Publishing Corporation Limited is expected to adhere to the renewable energy commitments set by RELX PLC, which includes initiatives under the RE100 programme. These efforts reflect a commitment to transitioning to 100% renewable energy in the long term. In summary, while specific emissions data and reduction targets for Reed Publishing Corporation Limited are not available, the company is integrated into the climate commitments of its parent organization, RELX PLC, which is actively working towards significant sustainability goals.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Reed Publishing Corporation Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Reed Publishing Corporation Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 413% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 91% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
91%
Business Travel
7%
Employee Commuting
2%

Reed Publishing Corporation Limited'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.

Reed Publishing Corporation Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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