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Nation Media

Nation Media Group, a leading media conglomerate headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya (KE), has been a cornerstone of the East African media landscape since its establishment in 1960. With a diverse portfolio that spans print, broadcast, and digital platforms, Nation Media is renowned for its flagship publications, including the Daily Nation and Sunday Nation, as well as its influential television and radio stations. Operating primarily in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, Nation Media Group has consistently set industry standards through innovative journalism and comprehensive news coverage. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its digital platforms, which have expanded its reach and engagement with audiences. As a market leader, Nation Media Group is committed to delivering high-quality content that informs and inspires, solidifying its position as a trusted source of news and information in the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Nation Media'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.

14

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications 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.

15

Industry Benchmark

Nation Media's score of 14 is higher than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nation Media's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Nation Media reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 1,700,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 3,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In Kenya (KE), their emissions for 2022 were about 13,230,000 kg CO2e, with 1,323,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 373,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 11,540,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Despite these figures, Nation Media has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the organisation. As the media industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, Nation Media's future climate actions will be crucial in aligning with global climate goals.

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Scope 1
1,500,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
3,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nation Media's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is 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. Nation Media is headquartered in KE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium 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.

Nation Media 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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