Informa PLC, a leading player in the printed matter and recorded media industry, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1998, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of information services, specialising in academic publishing, business intelligence, and events. With a diverse portfolio that includes journals, books, and digital content, Informa stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation.
Operating across major regions including Europe, North America, and Asia, Informa has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its digital offerings and enhancing its global reach. The company is recognised for its unique ability to connect professionals through high-quality content and networking opportunities, solidifying its market position as a trusted source of knowledge and insight in the industry.
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Informa’s score of 55 is higher than 72% 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
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Informa's reported carbon emissions
Informa, a UK-based entity in the printed matter and recorded media industry, has set ambitious climate targets. For 2025, the company reported total global emissions of approximately 462.3 million kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of about 187,000 kg CO2e, and substantial Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 457.4 million kg CO2e. Key contributors to its Scope 3 footprint in 2025 include downstream transportation and distribution (around 197.3 million kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (approximately 86.1 million kg CO2e), and the use of sold products (about 72.0 million kg CO2e).
Looking at previous years, Informa reported a total of approximately 5.41 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 emissions (location-based) in 2024, with Scope 1 at roughly 2.17 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at approximately 159,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, Scope 1 and 2 emissions (location-based) were approximately 7.26 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 3.29 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 (market-based) at around 220,000 kg CO2e.
Informa is committed to significant emissions reductions, aligning with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines. The company has set near-term targets to achieve a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the base year. Additionally, Informa aims for a 20% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by the same year, also from a 2017 baseline. The company's reporting indicates it is on track for its two-year targets for Scope 1 and 2 reductions and is working towards its net-zero 2030 goal across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.
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Informa’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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55% reduction in Scope 2
Multinational events and publishing company Informa commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2017 base year…
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55% reduction in Scope 1
Multinational events and publishing company Informa commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2017 base year…
2030
20% reduction in scope 3 total
Multinational events and publishing company Informa commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 55% by 2030 from a 2017 base year…
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