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Agence France Presse SA

Agence France Presse SA (AFP) is a leading global news agency headquartered in Paris, France. Established in 1835, AFP has evolved into a pivotal player in the media industry, providing comprehensive news coverage across various platforms, including print, digital, and broadcast. With a strong presence in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas, AFP delivers timely and accurate information to clients worldwide. Specialising in breaking news, in-depth analysis, and multimedia content, AFP stands out for its commitment to journalistic integrity and impartiality. The agency's core services include news reporting, photography, and video production, catering to a diverse clientele that ranges from media outlets to corporations and governments. Recognised for its extensive network of correspondents and innovative technology, AFP maintains a prominent position in the global news landscape, continually adapting to the evolving demands of the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Agence France Presse SA'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.

30

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Agence France Presse SA's score of 30 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Agence France Presse SA's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Agence France Presse SA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 386,652,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 542,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 777,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which total approximately 385,333,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes business travel (about 4,105,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 1,685,000 kg CO2e), and the use of sold products (around 161,913,000 kg CO2e), among other categories. Despite the substantial emissions reported, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by the organisation. This lack of formal commitments may reflect broader industry trends where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. As a global entity headquartered in France, Agence France Presse SA is positioned to enhance its climate initiatives in alignment with international sustainability goals.

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2024
Scope 1
542,000
Scope 2
777,000
Scope 3
385,333,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Agence France Presse SA's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Agence France Presse SA is headquartered in FR, which has a rank of very low, indicating very low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Agence France Presse SA 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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