Future Sustainability Profile
Future plc, commonly known as Future, is a leading media company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, Future has established a strong presence in the digital media and publishing industry, with significant operations across the UK, the US, and Australia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes technology, gaming, and lifestyle publications, as well as a robust suite of digital marketing services. Future's core offerings encompass high-quality content creation, digital advertising, and e-commerce solutions, setting it apart through its innovative approach and audience engagement strategies. With notable achievements such as multiple award-winning publications and a strong market position, Future continues to thrive as a key player in the media landscape, driving growth and delivering value to its clients and audiences alike.
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How does Future'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
Future's score of 50 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Future's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Future's carbon emissions in Great Britain (GB) totalled approximately 116,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 84,750 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached about 271,230 kg CO2e. This reflects a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 144,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 178,560 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), resulting in a total of about 288,280 kg CO2e. Globally, Future reported total emissions of approximately 454,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined in 2024, with Scope 1 emissions at 116,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 150,800 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for 2024. Future has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as per the latest data, and there are no climate pledges or SBTi targets reported. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Future plc is independently reporting its emissions. Overall, Future's commitment to addressing carbon emissions is evident, but further details on reduction strategies and targets would enhance their climate action profile.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 97,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 334,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Future's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Future's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 27% last year and decreased by approximately 27% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Future's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Future 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.
