Bertelsmann Se And Co Kgaa
Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, a leading global media, services, and education company, is headquartered in Gütersloh, Germany. Founded in 1835, Bertelsmann has evolved into a powerhouse with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes publishing through Penguin Random House, broadcasting via RTL Group, and educational services through Bertelsmann Education Group. With a strong commitment to creativity and innovation, Bertelsmann has achieved notable milestones, such as becoming one of the largest media companies worldwide. Its unique blend of content creation and distribution sets it apart in the competitive landscape, solidifying its market position as a key player in the global media industry.
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Bertelsmann Se And Co Kgaa's score of 68 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Bertelsmann Se And Co Kgaa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,336,190,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 125,837,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 12,267,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 2,198,086,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 1,778,200,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 149,400,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 16,500,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,612,300,000 kg CO2e. Bertelsmann has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligns with the 1.5-degree target of the Paris Climate Agreement. Additionally, the company has previously achieved a 20% reduction in portfolio-adjusted emissions by 2025 relative to 2014, ahead of schedule. Bertelsmann's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its goal of becoming climate neutral by 2030, which includes eliminating over half a million tonnes of CO2 emissions compared to 2018 levels. The company is actively working towards these targets, demonstrating a strong commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in the media sector.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 282,600,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,343,900,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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