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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In 2024, RTL Group S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 391,737,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 4,817,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,432,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 383,488,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (207,255,000 kg CO2e) and business travel (62,091,000 kg CO2e). RTL Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This target encompasses both company-related emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and emissions from the production of its programmes and products (Scope 3). The Group aims to reduce its total emissions by more than 50% compared to a 2018 baseline, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability. The emissions data for RTL Group is cascaded from its parent company, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its climate strategy. The Group's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards and reflects a growing trend among corporations to address climate change comprehensively.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,600,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,900,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 18,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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.