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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Axel Springer's score of 63 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Axel Springer reported total carbon emissions of approximately 436,048,000 kg CO2e, comprising 5,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 12,496,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 418,253,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2046. Near-term targets include a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. Additionally, Axel Springer aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same percentage within this timeframe. For long-term goals, the company has committed to a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2046, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Axel Springer's proactive approach to addressing climate change, demonstrating a clear pathway towards significant emissions reductions in the coming decades.
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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 | 4,196,000 | 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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