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Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc

The Arbeitsgemeinschaft der öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten der Bundesrepublik Deutschland (ARD) is a prominent consortium of public broadcasting institutions based in Germany. Established in 1950, ARD has played a pivotal role in shaping the media landscape across the nation, with its headquarters located in Stuttgart and operational regions spanning the entire country. As a leader in the broadcasting industry, ARD focuses on delivering high-quality television, radio, and online content that caters to diverse audiences. Its unique offerings include a range of informative and entertaining programmes, distinguished by their commitment to public service and cultural enrichment. Notable achievements include pioneering digital broadcasting initiatives and maintaining a strong market position as a trusted source of news and entertainment. ARD continues to innovate while upholding its mission to inform, educate, and entertain the public.

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How does Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc'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.

24

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc's score of 24 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Öffentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutschland (ARD) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 81,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 24,524,570 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 23,773,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 33,366,260 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2019, ARD's emissions were about 78,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 27,583,870 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 50,735,610 kg CO2e, alongside 38,220 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This indicates a slight reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions over the three-year period, while Scope 3 emissions saw a significant increase. Despite these figures, ARD has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor have they disclosed any science-based targets (SBTi) for emissions reduction. Their climate commitments remain vague, reflecting a broader industry context where many organisations are still developing comprehensive strategies to address climate change.

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Scope 1
27,583,870
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Scope 2
50,735,610
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Scope 3
38,220
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Arbeitsgemeinschaft Der Offentlich-Rechtlichen Rundfunkanstalten Der Bundesrepublik Deutsc 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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