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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
US
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Discovery Communications, LLC Sustainability Profile

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Discovery Communications, LLC, commonly known as Discovery, is a leading global media company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1985, Discovery has established itself as a prominent player in the entertainment industry, particularly in the realms of factual programming and documentary content. With a strong presence in North America and significant operations across Europe and Asia, the company has successfully expanded its reach. Discovery's core offerings include a diverse range of television networks, such as Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, and TLC, which are renowned for their engaging and educational content. The company is distinguished by its commitment to storytelling that inspires curiosity and fosters a deeper understanding of the world. Notable achievements include its innovative approach to content delivery and a robust digital platform, positioning Discovery as a leader in the evolving media landscape.

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How does Discovery Communications, LLC'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.

41

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Discovery Communications, LLC's score of 41 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Discovery Communications, LLC's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.

Discovery Communications, LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., which may influence its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its corporate family, Discovery Communications inherits emissions data and climate initiatives from Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. However, no specific reduction targets or significant achievements have been documented for Discovery Communications itself. The absence of detailed emissions data suggests that the company may still be in the process of establishing its own climate strategy or reporting framework. While Discovery Communications does not have its own set of reduction targets, it is important to note that it is part of a larger organisation that may have broader climate commitments. The lack of specific initiatives or pledges at this level indicates a potential area for future development in their sustainability efforts.

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20232024
Scope 1
46,443,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
170,355,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
1,567,625,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Discovery Communications, LLC's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Discovery Communications, LLC's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Discovery Communications, LLC's Location?

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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. This request for Discovery Communications, LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Discovery Communications, LLC's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Discovery Communications, LLC's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 31% last year and decreased by approximately 31% since 2023, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 87% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Capital Goods
87%
Business Travel
7%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
7%
Employee Commuting
2%

Discovery Communications, LLC's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Discovery Communications, LLC 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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