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News Sustainability Profile

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News Corporation, commonly referred to as News Corp, is a leading global media conglomerate headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1980, the company has established a significant presence in various operational regions, including North America, Australia, and the UK. Specialising in publishing, digital media, and broadcasting, News Corp is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes prominent newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms. Key products and services include The Wall Street Journal, The Times, and a range of digital news services that leverage innovative technology to deliver timely and relevant content. News Corp has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its digital footprint and enhancing audience engagement through cutting-edge journalism. With a strong market position, the company continues to shape the media landscape, setting industry standards for quality and integrity in news reporting.

DitchCarbon Score

How does News'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.

100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

News's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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News's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, News Corp reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 935.1 million kg CO2e, comprising 14.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 58.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 861.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, with all scopes disclosed. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by fiscal 2030 from a fiscal 2016 baseline. Additionally, News Corp is targeting a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by fiscal 2030 from a fiscal 2021 baseline. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with a further commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 95% and Scope 3 emissions by 90% by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate News Corp's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint. The company is on track to meet its near-term targets, reflecting a proactive approach to sustainability within the media sector.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
19,122,000
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Scope 2
183,004,000
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000,000,000
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00,000,000
Scope 3
14,415,000
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0,000,000,000
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000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is News's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. News's primary industry is Media Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is News's Location?

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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. This request for News is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

News's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

News's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 1% last year and increased significantly since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 62% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
62%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
24%
Business Travel
7%
Employee Commuting
4%
Investments
3%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
2%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Capital Goods
<1%

News's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

News has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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