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updated 25 days ago

Graham Holdings Company

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Graham Holdings Company, often referred to simply as Graham Holdings, is a prominent American conglomerate headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1946, the company has evolved significantly, transitioning from its roots in publishing to a diverse portfolio that spans various industries, including education, media, and technology. With major operations across the US and internationally, Graham Holdings is known for its unique offerings in higher education through its subsidiary, Kaplan, and its strategic investments in digital media and television. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its successful expansion into the digital landscape, positioning itself as a leader in innovative educational solutions. Recognised for its adaptability and forward-thinking approach, Graham Holdings continues to maintain a strong market presence, leveraging its extensive experience to drive growth and deliver exceptional value across its business segments.

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25

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education Services 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Graham Holdings Company's score of 25 is lower than 50% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Graham Holdings Company's reported carbon emissions

Graham Holdings Company, headquartered in the US, currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. As of now, Graham Holdings Company does not inherit emissions data from any parent or related organizations, nor does it participate in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). This lack of reported data and commitments suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. In the context of the industry, it is increasingly important for companies to establish clear climate commitments and reduction targets to align with global sustainability goals. Without specific emissions data or reduction initiatives, Graham Holdings Company may face challenges in demonstrating its commitment to addressing climate change.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Graham Holdings Company's primary industry is Education services (80), 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 Graham Holdings Company is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Graham Holdings Company 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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