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Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH

Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH, a leading name in the publishing industry, is headquartered in Germany and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2013 through the merger of Penguin Group and Random House, the company has quickly established itself as a powerhouse in the literary world, offering a diverse range of titles across various genres. Specialising in both fiction and non-fiction, Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe is renowned for its commitment to quality storytelling and innovative publishing practices. Its extensive catalogue features works from acclaimed authors, making it a preferred choice for readers and booksellers alike. With a strong market position, the company continues to achieve notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global publishing landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH'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.

15

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.

19

Industry Benchmark

Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH's score of 15 is lower than 83% 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 Verlagsgruppe GmbH's reported carbon emissions

Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH, headquartered in Germany, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions or specific climate commitments. As such, there are no reported figures regarding their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor any established reduction targets or initiatives. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is important to note that many companies in the publishing industry are increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing their carbon footprints. This often includes commitments to improve energy efficiency, utilise renewable energy sources, and implement sustainable practices throughout their supply chains. While specific details on Penguin Random House's climate strategies are not available, the industry trend suggests a growing emphasis on environmental responsibility and climate action.

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

Location emissions intensity

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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. Penguin Random House Verlagsgruppe GmbH is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

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 Verlagsgruppe GmbH is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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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