Future
Future plc, commonly known as Future, is a leading media company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, Future has established a strong presence in the digital media and publishing industry, with significant operations across the UK, the US, and Australia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes technology, gaming, and lifestyle publications, as well as a robust suite of digital marketing services. Future's core offerings encompass high-quality content creation, digital advertising, and e-commerce solutions, setting it apart through its innovative approach and audience engagement strategies. With notable achievements such as multiple award-winning publications and a strong market position, Future continues to thrive as a key player in the media landscape, driving growth and delivering value to its clients and audiences alike.
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How does Future'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
Future's score of 60 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Future's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Future's carbon emissions in Great Britain (GB) included 116,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 84,750 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). The total emissions for the global operations were reported at 454,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. In the previous year, 2023, the company reported 144,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 178,560 kg CO2e from Scope 2 in GB, indicating a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions. Future has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is self-reported and does not appear to be cascaded from a parent organization. Future's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident through its ongoing emissions tracking and reporting, although no formal reduction initiatives or targets have been documented. Overall, Future's emissions profile reflects a focus on transparency in reporting, with a clear delineation of Scope 1 and 2 emissions, but lacks specific reduction commitments or initiatives at this time.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 97,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 334,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Future is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
