Bloomsbury
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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Bloomsbury's score of 36 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bloomsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Bloomsbury reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,075,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 96,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 267,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. The majority of their emissions, about 32,712,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commuting. Over the years, Bloomsbury's emissions have fluctuated. In 2022, total emissions were approximately 24,498,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at 284,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at about 24,214,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. Overall, Bloomsbury's emissions data highlights the significant impact of Scope 3 emissions, which represent the largest portion of their carbon footprint. As the company continues to assess its environmental impact, establishing clear reduction targets could enhance its sustainability efforts.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 336,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 615,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 15,686,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Bloomsbury is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
