Economist
The Economist Group, commonly known as The Economist, is a leading global media organisation headquartered in London, Great Britain. Founded in 1843, it has established itself as a prominent player in the publishing industry, focusing on international news, politics, and economic analysis. The Economist is renowned for its weekly publication, which offers in-depth insights and unique perspectives on global affairs, making it a trusted source for decision-makers and thought leaders. With a strong presence in major operational regions including North America, Europe, and Asia, The Economist has consistently maintained a market position as a thought leader in economic journalism. Its core products, including The Economist magazine, digital subscriptions, and specialised reports, are distinguished by their rigorous analysis and commitment to editorial independence. Over the years, The Economist has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as an essential resource for understanding complex global issues.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Economist'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
Economist's score of 43 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Economist's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, The Economist Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,240,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 41,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals major contributions from purchased goods and services (30,830,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (3,150,000 kg CO2e). The Economist Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 25% by FY2025, using FY2020 as the baseline. Specifically, they target a 68% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 23% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Additionally, they plan to transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by FY2025, up from 0% in FY2020. Looking further ahead, the Group has also committed to a 68% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, alongside a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support efforts to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 220,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,800,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 50,170,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Economist 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.
