Axel Springer Sustainability Profile
Axel Springer SE, a leading digital publishing and media company headquartered in Berlin, Germany, has established itself as a prominent player in the European media landscape since its founding in 1946. With a diverse portfolio that spans news, entertainment, and classified advertising, Axel Springer operates across major regions including Germany, France, and Poland. The company is renowned for its flagship brands such as Bild and Die Welt, which deliver high-quality journalism and innovative digital content. Axel Springer's commitment to digital transformation has positioned it at the forefront of the industry, enabling it to adapt to changing consumer behaviours and technological advancements. Notable achievements include significant investments in digital platforms and a strong market presence, making it a key influencer in the media sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Axel Springer's score of 81 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Axel Springer's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Axel Springer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 436.0 million kg CO2e, comprising 5.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 418.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were approximately 469.9 million kg CO2e. Axel Springer has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2046. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, it aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2046, compared to the 2022 baseline. The company has also committed to reducing its Scope 1 emissions to near zero by 2025 and has set a target to cut Scope 2 emissions to near zero by the same year. Furthermore, Axel Springer plans to reduce its absolute CO2 emissions by 3-5% annually over the next decade, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,629,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,620,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Axel Springer's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Axel Springer's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2011, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Axel Springer's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Axel Springer has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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