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Believe Music Sustainability Profile

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Believe Music, a leading player in the digital music distribution industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a key partner for independent artists and labels, providing innovative solutions for music distribution, marketing, and rights management. With a focus on empowering creators, Believe Music offers a suite of services that includes digital distribution, data analytics, and promotional support, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. The company has achieved significant milestones, including rapid global expansion and strategic partnerships, solidifying its position as a trusted ally for artists seeking to navigate the evolving music industry. Through its commitment to transparency and artist-centric practices, Believe Music continues to redefine the way music is shared and monetised worldwide.

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50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Believe Music's score of 50 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Believe Music's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Believe Music reported total carbon emissions of approximately 62,603,100 kg CO2e, with the majority stemming from Scope 3 emissions, particularly from business travel, which accounted for about 62,579,800 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were recorded at approximately 127,600 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 1,137,900 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to approximately 1,265,500 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company emitted about 306,180 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 401,860 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 235,500 kg CO2e in Scope 3, indicating a significant increase in emissions in 2023, particularly in Scope 3 categories. Believe Music has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. The company is currently on track to achieve these near-term reduction goals, demonstrating a commitment to environmental responsibility. No emissions data has been cascaded from a parent or related organization, as Believe Music operates independently in this regard.

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202120222023
Scope 1
448,950
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
422,120
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Believe Music's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Believe Music's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Believe Music's Location?

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Very high
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 Believe Music is in FR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Believe Music's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Believe Music's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2022, 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 "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Business Travel
100%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Purchased Goods and Services
<1%

Believe Music'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.

Believe Music 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
Reduction Actions

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