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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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BBC Global News Limited Sustainability Profile

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BBC Global News Limited, a subsidiary of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded in 1922, the company has established itself as a leader in the global news industry, providing comprehensive news coverage and analysis through its flagship service, BBC World News. Specialising in television, radio, and digital news, BBC Global News Limited is renowned for its commitment to impartial journalism and high-quality reporting. Its unique approach combines in-depth storytelling with a global perspective, making it a trusted source for millions of viewers worldwide. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for journalistic excellence, solidifying its position as a premier news provider in an increasingly competitive market.

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How does BBC Global News Limited'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.

84

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

BBC Global News Limited's score of 84 is higher than 91% 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 Global News Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from British Broadcasting Corporation

BBC Global News Limited currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. However, the organisation is part of a broader corporate family that includes the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), from which it inherits climate commitments and initiatives. As a current subsidiary of the BBC, BBC Global News Limited aligns with the BBC's sustainability goals and targets. The BBC has made significant strides in addressing climate change, including commitments to reduce its carbon footprint and enhance sustainability practices across its operations. The BBC's climate initiatives are informed by frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded down to BBC Global News Limited. While specific reduction targets for BBC Global News Limited are not detailed, the overarching commitments from the BBC indicate a strong focus on reducing emissions and promoting environmental responsibility. The organisation is expected to adhere to these industry-standard climate strategies, contributing to a collective effort towards a more sustainable future.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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000,000,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is BBC Global News Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. BBC Global News Limited's primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is BBC Global News Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for BBC Global News Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

BBC Global News Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

BBC Global News Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and increased by approximately 3% since 2020, 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 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
Franchises
17%
Business Travel
10%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
8%
Employee Commuting
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Capital Goods
4%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

BBC Global News Limited'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 Global News Limited 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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