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Pixar Sustainability Profile

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Pixar Animation Studios, commonly known as Pixar, is a leading American film production company headquartered in Emeryville, California. Founded in 1986, Pixar has revolutionised the animation industry with its pioneering use of computer-generated imagery (CGI) and storytelling excellence. The studio is renowned for its critically acclaimed films, including "Toy Story," "Finding Nemo," and "Inside Out," which have garnered numerous awards and accolades. Operating primarily in the entertainment industry, Pixar focuses on animated feature films, short films, and television specials. Its unique blend of innovative technology and compelling narratives has set it apart from competitors, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a legacy of groundbreaking achievements, Pixar continues to inspire audiences worldwide, making it a cornerstone of modern animation.

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76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports 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

Pixar's score of 76 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Pixar's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Walt Disney Company

As of the latest available data, Pixar does not report specific carbon emissions figures, indicating a lack of detailed emissions data for the most recent year. However, it is important to note that Pixar is a current subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, which influences its climate commitments and reporting. Pixar's climate initiatives and targets are inherited from its parent company, The Walt Disney Company. This includes commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and participation in the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). While specific reduction targets for Pixar are not detailed, The Walt Disney Company has set ambitious goals to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The emissions data and climate strategies are cascaded from The Walt Disney Company, which is actively working towards reducing its overall carbon footprint. As part of its corporate family, Pixar aligns with Disney's broader sustainability efforts, although specific metrics for Pixar's emissions are not disclosed. In summary, while Pixar does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is committed to sustainability through its association with The Walt Disney Company, which has established significant climate initiatives and targets.

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Scope 1
897,432,000
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Scope 2
976,732,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Pixar's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pixar's primary industry is Recreational, cultural and sporting services (92), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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

Pixar's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Pixar's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 17% since 2019, 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 57% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
57%
Franchises
23%
Capital Goods
5%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
4%
Business Travel
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Pixar'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.

Pixar 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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