John Wiley And Son
John Wiley & Sons, Inc., commonly known as Wiley, is a prominent global leader in publishing and education, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1807, Wiley has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the academic and professional sectors, with major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Wiley's core offerings include scholarly journals, educational resources, and professional development materials, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of peer-reviewed content and digital learning solutions, catering to a diverse audience of researchers, educators, and professionals. With a rich history spanning over two centuries, Wiley has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of Wiley Online Library, which has become a vital resource for academic research. Its strong market position is underscored by a reputation for excellence and a dedication to advancing knowledge across various disciplines.
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John Wiley And Son's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, John Wiley & Sons reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 250,698,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,789,000 kg CO2e, primarily from stationary combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,047,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The majority of their emissions, around 246,861,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from their value chain, including significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 178,113,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 3,311,000 kg CO2e). Wiley has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and business travel by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Wiley has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by FY2040, with a long-term target of reducing absolute emissions by 90% from the FY2020 baseline. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the global goal to limit warming to 1.5°C. As a leader in the media sector, Wiley's proactive approach to climate action reflects its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.
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| 2020 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,854,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,609,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 302,279,000 | 000,000,000 |
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