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HarperCollins

HarperCollins Publishers LLC, a leading global publishing company, is headquartered in New York City, US, with significant operations across North America, the UK, and Australia. Founded in 1989 through the merger of Harper & Row and William Collins, Sons, the company has established itself as a prominent player in the publishing industry, known for its diverse range of literary genres. Specialising in both fiction and non-fiction, HarperCollins offers a unique portfolio of books that includes bestsellers, award-winning titles, and beloved classics. Its commitment to quality storytelling and innovative publishing practices has earned it a strong market position, making it one of the largest publishers in the world. With a rich history and a focus on nurturing new talent, HarperCollins continues to shape the literary landscape, delivering exceptional reading experiences to audiences globally.

DitchCarbon Score

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47

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

HarperCollins's score of 47 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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HarperCollins's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, HarperCollins reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,488,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 5,488,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This indicates a significant environmental footprint, primarily from direct operations and energy consumption. Notably, there is no available data on Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass the broader supply chain impacts. Despite the substantial emissions figures, HarperCollins has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. This lack of defined climate commitments may reflect a broader industry context where many publishing companies are increasingly recognising the need for sustainability but have yet to implement comprehensive strategies. As the publishing industry evolves, it is crucial for HarperCollins to establish clear climate goals and reduction strategies to align with global sustainability efforts and enhance their environmental responsibility.

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2023
Scope 1
5,488,000
Scope 2
5,488,000
Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. HarperCollins'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 HarperCollins 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.

HarperCollins 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
Reduction Actions

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