Audible, Inc., a subsidiary of Amazon, is a leading player in the audiobook and spoken-word entertainment industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, Audible has revolutionised the way audiences consume literature and audio content, offering a vast library of audiobooks, podcasts, and original audio programmes. With a strong presence in North America and expanding operations in Europe, Audible distinguishes itself through its unique subscription model, allowing users unlimited access to a diverse range of titles. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of Audible Originals and partnerships with renowned authors and publishers. Recognised for its innovation and quality, Audible continues to dominate the market, boasting millions of subscribers and a reputation for excellence in audio storytelling.
How does Audible, Inc'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.
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Audible, Inc's score of 66 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Audible, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., and therefore inherits its climate commitments and emissions data from its parent organisation. Audible is aligned with Amazon's sustainability initiatives, which include commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These commitments are cascaded from Amazon.com, Inc. at a corporate family level. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Audible itself have not been disclosed. As part of Amazon's broader climate strategy, Audible is expected to contribute to the company's goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This commitment reflects a growing trend in the tech industry towards enhanced transparency and accountability in climate action. While specific emissions figures for Audible are not available, the company's alignment with Amazon's sustainability goals indicates a proactive approach to addressing climate change within its operations.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,980,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,710,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 48,600,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Audible, Inc's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 74% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 34% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Audible, Inc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.