Public Profile

Poynter Institute

The Poynter Institute, a renowned non-profit organisation based in the United States, has been a cornerstone of journalism education since its founding in 1975. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Poynter serves a global audience, focusing on enhancing the quality of journalism through innovative training and resources. Specialising in media ethics, fact-checking, and digital journalism, Poynter offers a range of unique services, including workshops, online courses, and the widely respected FactCheck.org. The institute has achieved notable recognition for its commitment to fostering excellence in journalism, positioning itself as a leader in the industry. With a mission to promote a free and informed society, Poynter continues to shape the future of journalism through its impactful educational initiatives.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Poynter Institute'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.

3

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Education 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.

7

Industry Benchmark

Poynter Institute's score of 3 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Poynter Institute's reported carbon emissions

The Poynter Institute, headquartered in the US, currently does not have available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been reported. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. This lack of data suggests that the organisation may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments or reporting its carbon footprint. As the media and journalism sectors increasingly focus on sustainability, it is essential for institutions like Poynter to establish clear climate strategies and measurable targets to contribute effectively to global emissions reduction efforts.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Poynter Institute's primary industry is Education services (80), 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. Poynter Institute is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low 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.

Poynter Institute 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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