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Gannett

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Gannett Co., Inc., a leading media holding company headquartered in the United States, has been a significant player in the publishing industry since its founding in 1906. With a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the South, Gannett operates numerous local newspapers and digital platforms, making it a vital source of news and information for communities nationwide. The company is renowned for its flagship publication, USA Today, alongside a diverse portfolio of local news outlets and digital marketing services. Gannett's commitment to quality journalism and innovative digital solutions sets it apart in a competitive landscape. Over the years, Gannett has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its digital offerings and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the media industry.

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28

Industry Average

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26

Industry Benchmark

Gannett's score of 28 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gannett's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Gannett reported total carbon emissions of approximately 284,991,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising about 15,056,510 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 211,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the US specifically, Gannett's emissions were about 14,656,450 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and approximately 132,773,447 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data. Gannett has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it participate in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. The emissions data is sourced directly from Gannett Co., Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to operate within the media industry, which faces increasing scrutiny regarding environmental impact and sustainability practices.

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27,960,000
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Scope 2
64,558,000
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Gannett's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Gannett is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Gannett is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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