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.
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Disney's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, The Walt Disney Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,493,816,000 kg CO2e, comprising 921,163,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 572,653,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In 2023, their emissions were about 1,720,761,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 993,347,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 727,414,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed Scope 3 emissions for 2024, but in 2023, these were reported at approximately 10,849,252,000 kg CO2e. Disney has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for its Scope 1 and 2 operations by 2030. This target is part of a broader strategy that includes a 46.2% reduction in absolute emissions from these scopes, using a fiscal 2019 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 27.5% within the same timeframe. By 2027, Disney plans for 20% of its suppliers and 72% of its franchise customers to have science-based targets. Historically, Disney achieved a significant milestone in 2020 by reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2012 levels. The company continues to emphasise its role in the transition to a low-carbon future, aligning its targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure accountability and transparency in its climate actions.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 897,432,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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