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.
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British Sky Broadcasting's score of 79 is higher than 99% 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 2023, British Sky Broadcasting (Sky Group) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,376,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 135,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,012,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 14,227,900 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. 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 encompasses biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. In previous years, Sky's emissions have varied, with notable figures such as 36,448,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 36,448,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a focus on reducing their carbon footprint. The company is committed to aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction strategies are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Sky's ongoing efforts demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with a clear roadmap for significant emissions reductions in the coming years.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,324,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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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.
