Itv
ITV plc, commonly known as ITV, is a leading British media company headquartered in Greater London, GB. Founded in 1955, ITV has established itself as a prominent player in the television broadcasting industry, operating across various regions in the UK. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio of channels, including ITV1, ITV2, and ITV3, as well as its digital platforms. ITV's core business areas encompass television production, broadcasting, and digital content distribution, with a strong emphasis on original programming and entertainment. Notable achievements include the successful launch of popular shows such as "Coronation Street" and "The X Factor," which have significantly contributed to its market position. With a commitment to innovation and audience engagement, ITV continues to shape the landscape of British television.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Itv's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Itv's score of 99 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Itv's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ITV reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,116,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain, with emissions from Scope 1 at about 1,448,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 1,669,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, ITV plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 40% in 2019 to 100% by 2025. For Scope 3 emissions, ITV targets a 28% reduction by 2030. The long-term goal is to achieve a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes by 2050. These commitments align with ITV's overall net-zero target, which aims to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,501,400 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,239,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 428,317,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
Itv is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
