Public Profile

British Sky Broadcasting

British Sky Broadcasting, commonly known as Sky, is a leading telecommunications and media company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1989, Sky has evolved into a major player in the broadcasting industry, primarily serving customers across Great Britain and Ireland. Sky offers a diverse range of services, including satellite television, broadband, and telephony, with a strong emphasis on high-quality content and innovative technology. Notable for its extensive sports coverage and original programming, Sky has consistently set itself apart through its commitment to customer experience and cutting-edge features like Sky Q. With a significant market presence, Sky has achieved numerous accolades, including recognition for its customer service and technological advancements. As a pioneer in the industry, Sky continues to shape the future of entertainment and connectivity in the UK.

DitchCarbon Score

How does British Sky Broadcasting'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.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

17

Industry Benchmark

British Sky Broadcasting's score of 37 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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British Sky Broadcasting's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, British Sky Broadcasting (Sky Group) reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 36,448,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 21,577,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The Scope 3 emissions were notably high, reaching about 4,781,056,000 kg CO2e, which includes substantial contributions from capital goods and the use of sold products. Sky Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 50% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. This target encompasses biogenic emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks, reflecting a comprehensive approach to sustainability. The company is also committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, aligning with global climate goals. Overall, Sky Group's emissions data and reduction targets highlight its proactive stance in addressing climate change and its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in the media sector.

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Scope 1
12,899,000
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15,859,000
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16,157,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. British Sky Broadcasting's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is low 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. British Sky Broadcasting is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

British Sky Broadcasting is committed to some 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.

SBTi
CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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