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Ascential

Ascential plc, a leading global information and analytics company headquartered in Great Britain, has been at the forefront of the digital economy since its founding in 2016. With a strong presence in key operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, Ascential serves a diverse range of industries, focusing on e-commerce, marketing, and product development. The company offers a suite of unique products and services designed to empower businesses with actionable insights and data-driven strategies. Notable offerings include market intelligence tools and digital commerce solutions that help clients navigate complex market landscapes. Ascential's commitment to innovation has solidified its position as a trusted partner for brands and retailers, driving growth and enhancing competitive advantage in an ever-evolving marketplace.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ascential'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.

21

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.

17

Industry Benchmark

Ascential's score of 21 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ascential's reported carbon emissions

Ascential, headquartered in Great Britain, reported a total carbon emissions of approximately 47,595,000 kg CO2e for the year 2023. This figure includes 129,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 46,566,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses business travel emissions of about 6,783,600 kg CO2e. In 2022, Ascential's emissions were approximately 35,108,200 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 106,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 981,300 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 34,020,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a commitment to addressing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In 2021, Ascential reported approximately 709,620 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, alongside 225,480 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions. The trend indicates a growing awareness and response to climate impact, particularly in Scope 3 emissions, which are often the most challenging to manage. Overall, while Ascential has made strides in tracking and reporting its emissions, further details on specific reduction targets or climate pledges remain unspecified. The company continues to navigate its climate commitments within the broader context of industry standards and expectations.

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Scope 1
106,900
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Scope 2
981,300
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Scope 3
34,020,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ascential'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. Ascential is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating 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.

Ascential 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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