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HarperCollins Publishers, widely known as HarperCollins, is a prominent global book publisher with its headquarters based in the US. Operating within the broader education services industry, HarperCollins maintains a substantial international footprint, with publishing operations active across 17 countries worldwide.
With a rich heritage dating back to 1817, when Harper & Brothers was first established, HarperCollins has grown into one of the world's leading English-language publishers. Its extensive catalogue encompasses virtually every genre, from award-winning fiction and non-fiction to popular children's literature and essential educational resources.
The company's unique market position is bolstered by its portfolio of over 120 independent imprints and a pioneering role in digital publishing. HarperCollins remains dedicated to connecting authors with readers globally through innovative print, audio, and e-book formats.
59
DitchCarbon score
+36 vs industry average
HarperCollins’s score of 59 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
2020202120222023202420252026
Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Total reported
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
HarperCollins's reported carbon emissions
HarperCollins, an education services company headquartered in the US, reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions of approximately 5,488,000 kg CO2e for the 2023 reporting year. This figure represents a decrease from their 2022 Scope 1 and 2 emissions of about 7,221,000 kg CO2e. Looking further back, their Scope 1 and 2 emissions have generally shown a downward trend from approximately 12,196,000 kg CO2e in 2016. However, Scope 3 emissions data, including categories such as purchased goods and services, business travel, and employee commute, were not disclosed for any reported year.
HarperCollins inherits its climate initiative data, including Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments, from its ultimate parent company, News Corporation, through a corporate family relationship. Specific reduction targets for HarperCollins were not provided in the available data.
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HarperCollins’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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