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updated 9 months ago

Oxford University Press, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Oxford University Press, Inc., a prominent division of the University of Oxford, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America. Established in 1896, it has evolved into a leading academic publisher, renowned for its scholarly resources and educational materials. The company excels in producing a diverse range of products, including textbooks, reference works, and digital resources, catering to the needs of students, educators, and researchers. Its commitment to quality and innovation sets it apart in the competitive publishing landscape. With a strong market position, Oxford University Press has achieved notable milestones, such as the development of cutting-edge digital platforms that enhance learning experiences. As a trusted name in the publishing industry, it continues to shape the future of education and scholarship worldwide.

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How does Oxford University Press, Inc.'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.

44

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

Oxford University Press, Inc.'s score of 44 is higher than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

70%

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Oxford University Press, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from University of Oxford

Oxford University Press, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. As a current subsidiary of the University of Oxford, any emissions data or climate commitments may be influenced by the parent organisation's initiatives. However, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from Oxford University Press, Inc. at this time. The absence of specific emissions figures suggests that the organisation may still be in the process of establishing comprehensive climate strategies. As part of the broader academic and publishing sector, it is essential for Oxford University Press, Inc. to align with industry standards and best practices in carbon management and sustainability. Given the lack of specific data, it is unclear how the organisation's emissions profile compares to its peers or what specific actions it may be taking to address climate change. Future commitments and initiatives will be crucial for enhancing transparency and accountability in their environmental impact.

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20202021202220232024
Scope 1
18,097,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
22,883,000
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Scope 3
229,356,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford University Press, Inc.'s Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Oxford University Press, Inc.'s Location?

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Very high
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 Oxford University Press, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Oxford University Press, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Oxford University Press, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 0% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 77% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the primary emissions source at 6% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Business Travel
6%

Oxford University Press, Inc.'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.

Oxford University Press, Inc. 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
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Compare Oxford University Press, Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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Updated 14 days ago

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NL
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Research and development services (73)
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Updated 3 days ago

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