Bbc Sustainability Profile
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading public service broadcaster renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality content across various platforms. Founded in 1922, the BBC has evolved into a global media powerhouse, with significant operations in television, radio, and online services, reaching audiences in the UK and around the world. The BBC offers a diverse range of core products, including BBC One, BBC News, and BBC iPlayer, distinguished by their impartial reporting and innovative programming. As a pioneer in the broadcasting industry, the BBC has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted source of information and entertainment. With a rich history of milestones, the BBC continues to shape the media landscape, adapting to the changing needs of its audience while maintaining its core values of public service and accessibility.
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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 92 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bbc's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 374,063,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 14,897,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6,494,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 352,672,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The BBC has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the financial year 2030/31, using a 2019/20 baseline. In 2023, the BBC's total emissions were reported at approximately 379,718,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 16,721,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at 6,532,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 356,465,000 kg CO2e. The BBC has achieved a 24% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2015 to 2022. The BBC is committed to becoming a 'True Net Zero' organisation by 2050, with a long-term goal to reduce all emissions by at least 90%. The organisation's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, the BBC's emissions data reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability, with clear targets and a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Bbc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Bbc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Bbc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Bbc 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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