Canal+ SA, a prominent player in the media and entertainment industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Founded in 1984, the company has established itself as a leader in the pay-TV sector, offering a diverse range of content including films, series, and sports programming. With its flagship product, the Canal+ subscription service, the company distinguishes itself through exclusive content and innovative viewing options. Notable achievements include strategic partnerships and acquisitions that have expanded its market reach and enhanced its service offerings. As a key competitor in the broadcasting landscape, Canal+ SA continues to shape the future of television with its commitment to quality and customer engagement.
How does Canal+ SA'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.
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Canal+ SA's score of 54 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Canal+ SA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 884,078,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and cooling, accounted for about 4,140,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 871,425,000 kg CO2e, fell under Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as investments and the use of sold products. In 2023, the company’s total emissions were about 870,457,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 7,330,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,322,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were around 855,243,000 kg CO2e. Canal+ SA has set long-term climate commitments, aiming to establish Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2024, with a target timeframe extending to 2035. These targets are intended to guide the company towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, although specific percentage reductions have not yet been disclosed. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Canal+ SA is independently reporting its carbon emissions and climate commitments.
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| 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,330,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,322,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 855,243,000 | 000,000,000 |
Canal+ SA's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 2% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 61% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Canal+ SA has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

