Rtl
RTL Group, a leading entertainment and media conglomerate, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2000, RTL has established itself as a key player in the broadcasting and content production industry, with a diverse portfolio that includes television, radio, and digital media services. The company is renowned for its innovative programming and high-quality content, catering to a wide audience through its various channels and platforms. RTL Group's unique approach to storytelling and audience engagement has solidified its market position, making it one of the largest media companies in Europe. With a commitment to excellence, RTL continues to shape the future of entertainment, leveraging its extensive reach and expertise to deliver compelling content that resonates with viewers.
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Rtl's score of 49 is higher 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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Rtl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, RTL Group, headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 391,737,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,817,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,432,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 383,488,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, including purchased goods and services (about 207,255,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 62,091,000 kg CO2e). RTL Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This target encompasses all company-related emissions (Scope 1 and 2) as well as emissions from the production of its programmes and products (Scope 3). The Group's goal is to reduce total emissions by more than 50% compared to a 2018 baseline. This commitment is part of a broader strategy inherited from its parent company, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, reflecting a corporate family approach to sustainability. In previous years, RTL Group's emissions were reported as follows: 2022 saw total emissions of about 178,900,000 kg CO2e, while 2021 recorded approximately 150,000,000 kg CO2e. The 2020 emissions were around 159,800,000 kg CO2e, and in 2019, emissions reached about 219,500,000 kg CO2e. The data indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2021 to 2024, highlighting the challenges faced in achieving sustainability goals amidst growing operational demands. Overall, RTL Group's commitment to reducing emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 positions it as a proactive player in the media industry’s response to climate change.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,600,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rtl is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
