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The Economist Group, commonly referred to as The Economist, is a renowned British media company headquartered in London, GB. Specialising in printed matter and recorded media within the industry sector 22, it has established itself as a leading provider of global economic and political analysis. Since its founding in 1843, The Economist has grown to serve a worldwide audience, with major operational regions spanning Europe, North America, and Asia.
The organisation’s core offerings include its flagship weekly publication, The Economist magazine, alongside digital platforms, data services, and conferences. Its distinctive approach combines in-depth reporting with rigorous analysis, making it a trusted source for policymakers, business leaders, and academics. Recognised for its influential voice and high-quality journalism, The Economist continues to hold a prominent position in the global media landscape.
71
DitchCarbon score
+42 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Low
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.286
20182025
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Economist's reported carbon emissions
The Economist Group, headquartered in GB and operating within the Printed matter and recorded media (22) industry, has reported its greenhouse gas emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3.
For the reporting year 2025, the total emissions were approximately 35.1 million kg CO2e. This comprised about 140,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 34.96 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. Scope 2 emissions, on a market-based approach, were about 20,000 kg CO2e, while the location-based figure was approximately 350,000 kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 included purchased goods and services at around 27.72 million kg CO2e, and upstream leased assets at approximately 710,000 kg CO2e.
In 2024, total emissions were roughly 37 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 190,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 36.65 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 market-based emissions were around 130,000 kg CO2e, and location-based were about 490,000 kg CO2e.
The organisation has set a long-term ambition to reach net zero by 2045. Furthermore, The Economist Group has committed to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 25% by FY2025, from a FY2020 baseline. This includes a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% by FY2025 from the same baseline, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 23%. The group also aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 0% in FY2020 to 100% by FY2025.
More recent targets include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 68% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year, with a corresponding commitment to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by FY2030. The Economist Group also aims to achieve 100% renewable electricity sourcing by FY2030.
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Economist’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
68% reduction in Scope 2
The Economist Group commits to reduce absolute scope 2 emissions 68% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
On track68%
2030
68% reduction in Scope 1
The Economist Group commits to reduce absolute scope 1 emissions 68% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
At risk68%
2030
42% reduction in scope 3 total
The Economist Group further commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 42% by FY2030 from a FY2020 base year.
At risk42%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Economist7 months ago
71
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Economist’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, The Economist Group's total greenhouse gas emissions were approximately 35.1 million kg CO₂e. This includes roughly 140,000 kg CO₂e from Scope 1 (direct emissions) and about 35 million kg CO₂e from Scope 3 (value chain emissions). Scope 2 emissions, calculated on a market-based approach, were around 20,000 kg CO₂e, while location-based figures were approximately 350,000 kg CO₂e. These figures reflect the company's ongoing efforts to monitor and reduce its carbon footprint within the Printed matter and recorded media sector in GB.
Data year: 2025
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