John Wiley & Sons, Inc., commonly known as Wiley, is a prominent global leader in publishing and education, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1807, Wiley has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the academic and professional sectors, with major operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Wiley's core offerings include scholarly journals, educational resources, and professional development materials, distinguished by their commitment to quality and innovation. The company is renowned for its extensive portfolio of peer-reviewed content and digital learning solutions, catering to a diverse audience of researchers, educators, and professionals. With a rich history spanning over two centuries, Wiley has achieved notable milestones, including the launch of Wiley Online Library, which has become a vital resource for academic research. Its strong market position is underscored by a reputation for excellence and a dedication to advancing knowledge across various disciplines.
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In 2024, John Wiley & Sons reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 255,416,000 kg CO2e. This includes 1,062,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,995,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 251,359,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In comparison, their 2023 emissions were about 277,035,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,666,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,170,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 273,199,000 kg CO2e. Wiley has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline. Additionally, they plan to cut Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services and business travel by the same percentage within the same timeframe. Long-term, Wiley is committed to achieving a 90% reduction in total emissions across all scopes by FY2040, also from a FY2020 base year. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,854,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 4,609,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 347,136,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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