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Multichoice

Multichoice Group, a leading entertainment company headquartered in South Africa (ZA), has been a pioneer in the broadcasting industry since its inception in 1990. With a strong presence across the African continent, Multichoice operates primarily in the pay television and digital streaming sectors, offering a diverse range of content tailored to local audiences. The company is renowned for its flagship product, DStv, which provides subscribers with a wide array of channels, including sports, movies, and local programming. Multichoice's commitment to innovation is evident in its investment in technology and content creation, positioning it as a market leader in the region. Notable achievements include its expansion into online streaming with DStv Now, enhancing accessibility for viewers. With a robust subscriber base and a focus on quality content, Multichoice continues to shape the future of entertainment in Africa.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Multichoice'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.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports 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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Multichoice's score of 21 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Multichoice's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Multichoice reported total carbon emissions of approximately 75,060,000 kg CO2e, comprising 37,008,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 38,052,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with a total of about 86,080,000 kg CO2e in 2022, indicating a need for enhanced climate strategies. For 2024, Multichoice's emissions are projected to be around 67,675,000 kg CO2e, with both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reported at this level, alongside Scope 3 emissions also estimated at 67,675,000 kg CO2e. This suggests a comprehensive approach to addressing emissions across all scopes. Despite these figures, Multichoice has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies highlights a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. As a leading player in the industry, Multichoice's ongoing efforts to manage and reduce carbon emissions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals and enhancing sustainability practices.

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2,163,000
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Scope 2
26,558,000
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Scope 3
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00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Multichoice's primary industry is Recreational, cultural and sporting services (92), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Multichoice is headquartered in ZA, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

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.

Multichoice is not committed to any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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