Reach Sustainability Profile
Reach plc, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading media company renowned for its diverse portfolio of digital and print publications. Founded in 1999, Reach has established a significant presence across the UK, with major operations in England, Scotland, and Wales. The company is primarily focused on the publishing industry, delivering news, entertainment, and lifestyle content through well-known brands such as the Daily Mirror, Daily Express, and OK! Magazine. With a commitment to quality journalism, Reach plc has embraced digital transformation, offering unique online experiences that engage millions of readers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its digital audience and innovative advertising solutions. As a prominent player in the media landscape, Reach plc continues to shape the way audiences consume news and entertainment in the digital age.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Reach's score of 74 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Reach's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Reach plc reported total carbon emissions of approximately 184.2 million kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,973,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 5,939,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 175,238,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, Reach plc targets a 58.8% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2034, also from a 2022 baseline. The emissions data for 2023 showed a total of approximately 181.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,330,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 6,753,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 171,659,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight decrease in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. Reach plc's climate targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C. The data reported is cascaded from the parent company, Gannett Co., Inc., reflecting the corporate family relationship.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,992,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reach's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Reach's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and increased by approximately 676% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 67% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Reach'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.
Reach has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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