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Media Production
GB
updated 2 days ago

Penguin Random House Limited

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Penguin Random House Limited, a leading global publishing powerhouse, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2013 through the merger of Penguin Group and Random House, the company has quickly established itself as a dominant force in the publishing industry, known for its diverse portfolio of literary works. Specialising in a wide range of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature, Penguin Random House offers unique titles that resonate with readers worldwide. Its commitment to quality storytelling and innovative publishing practices has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its market position as a trusted name in literature. With a rich heritage and a focus on fostering new talent, Penguin Random House continues to shape the literary landscape, making significant contributions to the world of books.

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How does Penguin Random House Limited'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.

37

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Penguin Random House Limited's score of 37 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Penguin Random House Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Penguin Random House LLC

Penguin Random House Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, has made significant strides in its climate commitments, particularly in reducing its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the company has reported a notable 40% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions against its base year of 2019/20. This achievement reflects their commitment to Science-Based Targets, which were set last September. The emissions reduction initiatives are cascaded from their parent company, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, indicating a structured approach to sustainability within the corporate family. While there is no current data on Scope 3 emissions, the focus on reducing direct and indirect emissions demonstrates Penguin Random House's dedication to addressing its environmental impact. Overall, Penguin Random House Limited is actively working towards its climate goals, aligning with industry standards and contributing to broader sustainability efforts within the publishing sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Penguin Random House Limited's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Penguin Random House Limited is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Penguin Random House Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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