British Sky Broadcasting
British Sky Broadcasting, commonly known as Sky, is a leading telecommunications and media company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1989, Sky has evolved into a major player in the broadcasting industry, primarily serving customers across Great Britain and Ireland. Sky offers a diverse range of services, including satellite television, broadband, and telephony, with a strong emphasis on high-quality content and innovative technology. Notable for its extensive sports coverage and original programming, Sky has consistently set itself apart through its commitment to customer experience and cutting-edge features like Sky Q. With a significant market presence, Sky has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its customer service and technological advancements. As a pioneer in the industry, Sky continues to shape the future of entertainment and connectivity in the UK.
DitchCarbon Score
How does British Sky Broadcasting's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
British Sky Broadcasting's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
British Sky Broadcasting's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, British Sky Broadcasting (Sky Group) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 36,448,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 21,577,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company also disclosed a substantial Scope 3 total of about 4,781,056,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from various activities such as the use of sold products and upstream transportation. Sky Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target includes biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. The company is committed to aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Sky Group's proactive stance on climate action demonstrates its dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to a more sustainable future.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,324,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 41,690,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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British Sky Broadcasting is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
