Disney
The Walt Disney Company, commonly known as Disney, is a global leader in the entertainment industry, headquartered in Burbank, California, USA. Founded in 1923, Disney has evolved from a small animation studio into a multifaceted corporation with significant operations across film, television, theme parks, and consumer products. Disney is renowned for its iconic characters and storytelling, producing beloved films and series that resonate with audiences worldwide. The company’s unique blend of creativity and innovation has led to landmark achievements, including the establishment of Disneyland and Disney World, which have set the standard for theme park experiences. With a strong market position, Disney continues to captivate millions through its diverse offerings, including Disney+, a streaming service that has rapidly gained popularity. The company’s commitment to quality and imagination ensures its enduring legacy in the entertainment landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Disney'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Disney's score of 53 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Disney's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Walt Disney Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 993,347,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 727,414,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 1,720,761,000 kg CO2e for these direct operations. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute emissions from direct operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, Disney plans to achieve net zero emissions for these direct operations by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, which encompass a broader range of activities, Disney has committed to a 27.5% reduction by 2030. This includes emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel and energy-related activities, and more. Furthermore, Disney aims for 20% of its suppliers by emissions to have science-based targets by 2027, and 72% of its customers (licensees) to meet similar targets. Overall, Disney's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, reflecting a commitment to significant emissions reductions and sustainability practices in the media sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 897,432,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 976,732,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Disney 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.
