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Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd

Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (BCCL), commonly known as The Times Group, is a leading media conglomerate headquartered in India. Established in 1838, BCCL has evolved into a powerhouse in the Indian media landscape, with significant operations across print, television, and digital platforms. The company is renowned for its flagship publications, including The Times of India and The Economic Times, which are among the most widely read newspapers in the country. BCCL's diverse portfolio also encompasses television channels, radio stations, and digital media, making it a key player in the Indian media industry. With a commitment to quality journalism and innovative content delivery, BCCL has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a market leader and a trusted source of information for millions.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd'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.

17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Paper Products 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd's score of 17 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,209,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 12,730,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The previous year, 2024, saw a slight decrease in emissions, with Scope 1 at around 3,007,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 11,768,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, the company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. There are no commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges noted in the available data. Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd's emissions primarily fall under Scope 1 and Scope 2, indicating direct emissions from owned or controlled sources and indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, respectively. The absence of Scope 3 emissions data suggests a potential area for future reporting and improvement in their climate strategy.

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20232024
Scope 1
3,209,000
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Scope 2
12,730,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd's primary industry is Paper and paper products, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

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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