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.
How does Believe Music'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.
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In 2023, Believe Music reported total carbon emissions of approximately 63.9 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 127,600 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,137,900 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 62.6 million kg CO2e, primarily driven by business travel at about 62 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This initiative reflects a proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint and aligns with industry standards for climate action. Believe Music's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures are independently reported. The company is focused on enhancing its sustainability practices and contributing to broader climate goals within the music industry.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 448,950 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 422,120 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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.
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.

