Disney
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is a global leader in the entertainment industry, headquartered in Burbank, California, USA. Founded in 1923, Disney has evolved from a small animation studio into a multifaceted corporation with significant operations across film, television, theme parks, and consumer products. Disney is renowned for its iconic characters and storytelling, producing beloved films and series that resonate with audiences worldwide. The company’s unique blend of creativity and innovation has led to landmark achievements, including the establishment of Disneyland and Disney World, which have set the standard for theme park experiences. With a strong market position, Disney continues to captivate millions through its diverse offerings, including Disney+, a streaming service that has rapidly gained popularity. The company’s commitment to quality and imagination ensures its enduring legacy in the entertainment landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Disney'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Disney's score of 41 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Disney's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Walt Disney Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,733,471,000 kg CO2e, comprising 993,347,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 727,414,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46.2% by FY2030, using FY2019 as the baseline. Additionally, Disney targets a 27.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which include emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and other operational activities, within the same timeframe. Disney's emissions data for previous years shows a trend of significant emissions, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions reaching approximately 1,870,000,000 kg CO2e in 2019 and 1,190,263,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company is also committed to ensuring that 20% of its suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by FY2027, and 72% of its franchise customers will do the same. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Disney's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 897,432,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 976,732,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Disney 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.
