Axel Springer
Axel Springer SE, a leading digital publishing and media company headquartered in Berlin, Germany, has established itself as a prominent player in the European media landscape since its founding in 1946. With a diverse portfolio that spans news, entertainment, and classified advertising, Axel Springer operates across major regions including Germany, France, and Poland. The company is renowned for its flagship brands such as Bild and Die Welt, which deliver high-quality journalism and innovative digital content. Axel Springer's commitment to digital transformation has positioned it at the forefront of the industry, enabling it to adapt to changing consumer behaviours and technological advancements. Notable achievements include significant investments in digital platforms and a strong market presence, making it a key influencer in the media sector.
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Axel Springer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Axel Springer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 436,048,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 5,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 12,496,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 418,253,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including purchased goods and services (about 268,060,000 kg CO2e) and use of sold products (approximately 99,686,000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were about 469,870,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2046, with interim goals to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, they aim for a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2046. Axel Springer is committed to reducing its absolute CO2 emissions by 3-5% annually over the next decade, with a specific focus on achieving a 90% reduction by 2045 compared to 2021 levels. The company plans to offset all non-reducible emissions starting from the fiscal year 2024. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has validated their targets as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Axel Springer’s climate strategy reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, addressing emissions across all scopes and demonstrating a commitment to long-term environmental responsibility.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,629,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,196,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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