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Nielseniq Sustainability Profile

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NielsenIQ, a leading global measurement and data analytics company, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2021, NielsenIQ emerged from the legacy of Nielsen, focusing on delivering insights that drive growth in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. The company offers a suite of innovative products and services, including retail measurement, consumer insights, and analytics solutions, which are designed to empower brands and retailers with actionable data. NielsenIQ's unique approach combines advanced technology with deep industry expertise, positioning it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to navigate the complexities of the market. With a strong reputation for accuracy and reliability, NielsenIQ continues to set benchmarks in the industry, helping clients make informed decisions that enhance their competitive edge.

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29

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Nielseniq's score of 29 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Nielseniq's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Nielseniq reported total carbon emissions of approximately 44,630,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2, alongside significant Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 4,463,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 16,104,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 15,480,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Notably, Scope 3 emissions included about 6,159,000 kg CO2e from business travel, 34,602,000 kg CO2e from employee commuting, and 8,296,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. Comparatively, in 2021, Nielseniq's emissions were slightly lower, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,894,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,483,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 15,785,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Scope 3 emissions for that year were significantly lower, with business travel contributing about 930,000 kg CO2e and waste generated in operations at approximately 1,065,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Nielseniq has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or SBTi commitments. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Nielsen Consumer LLC, reflecting the broader corporate family's environmental impact. Nielseniq's climate commitments and performance are part of a growing industry focus on sustainability, although specific initiatives or pledges have not been detailed in the available data.

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20212022
Scope 1
3,894,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
16,483,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
1,995,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Nielseniq's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Nielseniq's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Nielseniq'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 Nielseniq is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Nielseniq's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nielseniq's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 70% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Employee Commuting" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2022
Employee Commuting
71%
Waste Generated in Operations
17%
Business Travel
13%

Nielseniq'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.

Nielseniq has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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