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Warner Bros

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., commonly known as Warner Bros., is a leading global entertainment company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1923, the company has established itself as a powerhouse in the film, television, and digital media industries, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for its diverse portfolio, Warner Bros. produces and distributes a wide array of content, including blockbuster films, acclaimed television series, and innovative streaming services. Iconic franchises such as Harry Potter, DC Comics, and Looney Tunes highlight the company's unique ability to create beloved characters and stories that resonate with audiences worldwide. With a strong market position, Warner Bros. continues to achieve notable milestones, including numerous awards and recognitions, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the entertainment landscape.

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

21

Industry Benchmark

Warner Bros's score of 42 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Warner Bros's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Warner Bros reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,566,250,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 46,443,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 170,355,000 kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 1,567,625,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as capital goods (1,341,464,000 kg CO2e) and employee commute (130,336,000 kg CO2e). Warner Bros has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2030, using a 2021 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 25% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by the same year. These initiatives reflect Warner Bros's dedication to integrating environmentally sustainable practices to foster a healthier environment for its employees, consumers, and communities. The commitments are part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions in the near term, with a focus on both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reductions by 2025.

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2023
Scope 1
46,443,000
Scope 2
170,355,000
Scope 3
1,567,625,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Warner Bros's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Warner Bros is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Warner Bros is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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