Bbc
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), headquartered in Great Britain, stands as a leading figure in the global media landscape. Founded in 1922, the BBC has evolved into a multifaceted organisation, renowned for its television, radio, and online services. With a commitment to delivering impartial news, educational content, and entertainment, the BBC operates extensively across the UK and internationally, reaching millions of viewers and listeners. The BBC's core offerings include its flagship television channels, such as BBC One and BBC Two, alongside popular radio stations like BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 4. Its unique blend of high-quality programming and public service ethos distinguishes it from commercial broadcasters. As a pioneer in digital media, the BBC has embraced innovation, achieving notable milestones such as the launch of the iPlayer in 2007. Today, the BBC remains a trusted source of information and culture, maintaining a prominent position in the competitive media industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bbc'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Bbc's score of 64 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bbc's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 379,718,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 16,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 159,477,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 356,465,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The BBC has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by the fiscal year 2030/31, using FY2019/20 as the baseline. Additionally, the BBC targets a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the BBC's commitment to achieving substantial emissions reductions in line with climate science. The organisation is also committed to long-term net-zero goals, reinforcing its dedication to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 33,221,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 132,485,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,246,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Bbc 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.
