Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, commonly known as Bloomsbury, is a prominent British publishing house headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leader in the global publishing industry, with significant operations in the UK, USA, and Australia.
Specialising in a diverse range of genres, Bloomsbury is renowned for its literary fiction, non-fiction, and academic publishing, including the acclaimed Harry Potter series. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a distinguished market position, with notable achievements such as multiple prestigious awards and a strong presence in both print and digital formats.
With a focus on unique storytelling and scholarly excellence, Bloomsbury continues to shape the literary landscape, making it a key player in the world of publishing.
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Industry Intensity
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Bloomsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bloomsbury Publishing Plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 85.8 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 136,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 277,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 85.6 million kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. Bloomsbury has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2019/2020 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 2035, also based on the 2019/2020 levels. These targets align with the Paris Agreement and are classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. Bloomsbury is actively working towards these reduction goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability within the media sector.
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Bloomsbury’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
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