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.
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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.
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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Add to project2006 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 12,899,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 15,859,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 16,157,000 | 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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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.