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Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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HarperCollins Publishers India Ltd., a prominent name in the Indian publishing industry, is headquartered in New Delhi. Established in 1980, the company has made significant strides in the literary landscape, offering a diverse range of books across various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature. With a commitment to quality and innovation, HarperCollins India has published works from both renowned and emerging authors, making it a key player in the market. The company is known for its unique approach to storytelling and its ability to connect with readers through compelling narratives. Over the years, HarperCollins India has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its position as a leading publisher in the region, and continues to shape the literary culture in India with its extensive catalogue and dedication to excellence.

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43

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Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from News Corporation

Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of News Corporation, which cascades its climate commitments and targets down to its subsidiaries. While Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. does not have its own documented reduction targets, it aligns with the broader initiatives set by News Corporation, which includes participation in the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to establish science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. As part of its commitment to sustainability, Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. is expected to adhere to the climate strategies and performance metrics outlined by its parent company, News Corporation. This includes efforts to enhance transparency and accountability in emissions reporting, although specific targets or achievements at the subsidiary level have not been disclosed. In summary, while Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is part of a larger corporate structure that prioritises climate action through established initiatives from News Corporation.

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2016201720182019202020212022
Scope 1
19,430,000
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Scope 2
184,274,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s primary industry is , which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s Location?

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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 Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 58% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Purchased Goods and Services
58%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
17%
Investments
14%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
4%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
3%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
1%
Downstream Leased Assets
1%
Franchises
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd.'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.

Harper Collins Publishers India Ltd. 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.

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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