Dow Jones & Company, commonly referred to as Dow Jones, is a prominent player in the printed matter and recorded media industry, with its headquarters situated in the United States. Established in 1882, the company has a long-standing history of delivering trusted financial news, data, and information services. Its core offerings include flagship publications such as The Wall Street Journal, renowned for its comprehensive coverage of business and economic affairs, alongside various digital and data-driven products.
As a leader in the industry, Dow Jones has achieved notable milestones in providing accurate, timely information that supports decision-making across financial markets and corporate sectors. Its market position is reinforced by a reputation for journalistic integrity and innovation in media delivery, making it a key player in the global financial information landscape.
+2 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2020
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Dow Jones's reported carbon emissions
Dow Jones, a US-based company operating in the printed matter and recorded media industry (22), has reported varying levels of carbon emissions across different years.
In 2020, the company reported a total of approximately 15.9 million kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions data for scope 1, 2, and 3, although specific breakdowns for these scopes are not provided for this year.
Earlier data from 2013 indicates significantly higher emissions. In 2013, Dow Jones reported approximately 3.3 billion kg CO2e, comprising about 3.26 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 17.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. For 2012, total emissions were around 3.1 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3.09 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 15.4 million kg CO2e. In 2011, total emissions were approximately 2.99 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2.98 billion kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 14.7 million kg CO2e.
Dow Jones has established ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050. To support this long-term goal, they have set interim targets, including a near-term objective to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 60% by 2030, with a starting point in 2016.
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Dow Jones’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
60% reduction in Scope 1
To meet this 60% reduction goal, Dow Jones will continue to re-think and reduce our impacts, including: ...
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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