News Sustainability Profile
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.
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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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
News's score of 65 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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News's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, News Corp reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 76,759,000 kg CO2e, comprising 12,702,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 64,057,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Near-term targets include a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2016 baseline, and a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline. Long-term goals further extend to a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability and alignment with 1.5°C climate targets. All emissions data is sourced directly from News Corporation, with no cascaded data from parent organizations.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,122,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 183,004,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 969,513,104 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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News's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
News's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and decreased by approximately 11% 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 52% of Scope 3 emissions.
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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.
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