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OrganisationsDun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.
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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.

Directory and Mailing List PublishersUnited StatesNYSE: DNB
Last verified 14 days agodnb.com

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as D&B, is a leading player in the Directory and Mailing List Publishers industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1841, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a trusted source of business data and analytics. D&B operates primarily in North America, with a growing presence in international markets.

The company offers a range of core products and services, including business credit reports, risk management solutions, and data management tools, all designed to empower organisations with actionable insights. D&B's unique Data Cloud and extensive database of over 330 million business records set it apart in the marketplace. With a strong market position, Dun & Bradstreet continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a vital resource for businesses seeking to enhance their decision-making processes.

46
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Industry Intensity

Low

Directory and Mailing List Publishers has below-average carbon intensity

Industry performance

0.285
20182025

The Directory and Mailing List Publishers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027

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Reported emissions

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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc., based in the US and operating within the Directory and Mailing List Publishers industry, has reported its carbon emissions and climate commitments.

For the year 2024, the company's total reported emissions were approximately 271.7 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises:

  • Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 634,400 kg CO2e.
  • Scope 2 emissions (market-based): Approximately 2.2 million kg CO2e.
  • Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 268.9 million kg CO2e. This includes significant contributions from the use of sold products (approximately 210.9 million kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 17.7 million kg CO2e).

In 2023, Dun & Bradstreet reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 320,600 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of approximately 3.2 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions data was not fully disclosed for this year, with purchased goods and services being a missing data point.

The company's climate commitments include a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, based on a 2019 baseline year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Additionally, there is a commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050, also recognised by SBTi. Previous SBTi commitments have been marked as "Commitment removed" or "Expired commitment" in recent data, with some SBTi entries showing errors in validation.

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Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

No climate goals have been disclosed for Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. yet.

Scope 3 top emissions categories

7 of 15 categories disclosed
Use of Sold Products78%
Capital Goods11%
Purchased Goods & Services7%
Business Travel2%
Upstream Leased Assets1%
Employee Commuting1%
Downstream Leased Assets0%
Use of Sold Products78%
Capital Goods11%
Purchased Goods & Services7%
Business Travel2%
Upstream Leased Assets1%
Employee Commuting1%
Downstream Leased Assets0%

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Common questions about Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc.’s sustainability data and climate commitments

In 2024, Dun & Bradstreet Holdings, Inc. reported its total carbon emissions to be approximately 272 million kg CO₂e. The majority, around 99%, comes from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from the use of sold products, which account for roughly 210 million kg CO₂e. Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions are relatively small, with Scope 1 at about 634,000 kg and Scope 2 market-based at roughly 2.2 million kg. This data highlights the company's significant impact within its industry, especially in downstream activities, and reflects its commitment to transparency in emissions reporting.

Data year: 2024

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