Fairfax Media Limited, a prominent player in the Australian media landscape, is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. Founded in 1841, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in the publishing industry. Fairfax operates across various regions, primarily focusing on New South Wales and Victoria, and is renowned for its diverse portfolio of newspapers, digital platforms, and broadcasting services. The company’s core offerings include high-quality journalism, digital content, and innovative advertising solutions, setting it apart in a competitive market. Notable achievements include the successful transition to digital media, which has solidified its market position. With a commitment to delivering reliable news and engaging content, Fairfax Media continues to shape the media industry in Australia.
How does Fairfax Media Limited'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.
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Fairfax Media Limited's score of 14 is lower than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Fairfax Media Limited, headquartered in Australia, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. The company is identified as a current subsidiary and inherits its climate commitments and data from its parent organisation, which is not specified in the available information. Despite the lack of specific emissions data, Fairfax Media Limited is engaged in various climate initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This suggests that while the company may be aware of the importance of addressing climate change, it has not yet established measurable targets or publicly committed to specific reduction initiatives. As a subsidiary, Fairfax Media Limited's climate strategy may align with broader corporate family goals, but specific details on these initiatives or targets are not provided. The absence of reported emissions data and reduction commitments highlights a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability regarding climate impact.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Fairfax Media Limited has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
