Rtl
RTL Group, a leading entertainment and media conglomerate, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2000, RTL has established itself as a key player in the broadcasting and content production industry, with a diverse portfolio that includes television, radio, and digital media services. The company is renowned for its innovative programming and high-quality content, catering to a wide audience through its various channels and platforms. RTL Group's unique approach to storytelling and audience engagement has solidified its market position, making it one of the largest media companies in Europe. With a commitment to excellence, RTL continues to shape the future of entertainment, leveraging its extensive reach and expertise to deliver compelling content that resonates with viewers.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Rtl's score of 23 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Rtl's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, RTL reported total carbon emissions of approximately 178,900,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects a decrease from 2021, when emissions were about 150,000,000 kg CO2e, and a significant reduction from 2018, which saw emissions peak at about 247,900,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data for 2020 and 2021 indicates that RTL's emissions are categorised into Scope 1, 2, and 3. In 2020, emissions included approximately 7,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 14,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a substantial 138,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2021, the figures were similar, with Scope 1 emissions remaining at about 7,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 5,200,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions at around 137,500,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, RTL has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to focus on its carbon footprint, particularly in the context of its operations and the media industry, but further details on future commitments or strategies are not available.
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| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,300,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,300,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 138,200,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rtl is not committed to any 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.
