Future
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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
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Industry Benchmark
Future's score of 34 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Future's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Future reported carbon emissions of approximately 494,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 144,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 350,040 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the UK, emissions for the same year were around 288,280 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 144,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 178,560 kg CO2e. In 2022, Future's total emissions were about 507,000 kg CO2e globally, with 154,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 352,870 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The UK figures for 2022 showed Scope 1 emissions of 154,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 271,810 kg CO2e. Future has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, such as those aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 97,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 334,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Future is not committed to any 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.
