Reed Exhibitions, a leading global event organiser, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. Founded in 1960, the company has established itself as a key player in the exhibitions and trade shows industry, facilitating connections across various sectors including technology, healthcare, and consumer goods. With a diverse portfolio of over 500 events worldwide, Reed Exhibitions offers unique platforms that foster networking, knowledge exchange, and business growth. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability sets them apart, ensuring that each event not only meets industry standards but also enhances attendee experience. Recognised for their market leadership, Reed Exhibitions continues to shape the future of live events, making significant contributions to the global economy.
How does Reed Exhibitions'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.
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Reed Exhibitions's score of 54 is higher than 74% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Reed Exhibitions reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,842,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 3,236,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 3,339,000 kg CO2e in 2021. These figures represent Scope 1 and 2 emissions, indicating direct and indirect emissions from energy use. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a notable reduction of about 497,000 kg CO2e from 2022 to 2023. Reed Exhibitions operates as a current subsidiary of Reed Exhibitions Limited, with emissions data cascaded from its parent company, RELX PLC. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed in their sustainability roadmap. The company is part of a broader corporate family that includes initiatives from RELX Group plc, which may influence its climate strategies. Overall, Reed Exhibitions is actively working towards sustainability, although further details on specific targets and initiatives would enhance transparency regarding its climate commitments.
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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.
Reed Exhibitions 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.