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Communication Equipment Manufacturing
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Saga Communications, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Saga Communications, Inc., a prominent player in the broadcasting industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1986, the company has established a strong presence across various operational regions, focusing primarily on radio broadcasting and digital media. With a diverse portfolio of radio stations and a commitment to local content, Saga Communications stands out for its unique approach to community engagement and listener interaction. The company offers a range of services, including advertising solutions and content creation, tailored to meet the needs of local businesses and audiences. Notable achievements include a robust market position, with numerous awards recognising its excellence in broadcasting. Saga Communications continues to innovate within the industry, ensuring its relevance in an ever-evolving media landscape.

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46

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

Saga Communications, Inc.'s score of 46 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Saga Communications, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Saga Communications, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 314,500,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 108,188,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,061,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 205,251,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown reveals that the use of sold products accounted for about 70,146,000 kg CO2e, while purchased goods and services contributed approximately 31,597,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, the company’s total emissions were slightly higher at around 320,066,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 105,939,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,296,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 212,831,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Saga Communications, Inc. has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company has not inherited emissions data from any parent organisation, and all reported data is directly from Saga Communications, Inc. As of now, there are no stated climate pledges or commitments to reduce emissions, indicating a potential area for future development in their sustainability strategy.

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20222023
Scope 1
105,939,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
1,296,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
212,831,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Saga Communications, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Saga Communications, Inc.'s primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Saga Communications, Inc.'s Location?

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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. This request for Saga Communications, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Saga Communications, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Saga Communications, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 4% last year and decreased by approximately 4% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 65% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 34% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Use of Sold Products
34%
Purchased Goods and Services
15%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
12%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%

Saga Communications, Inc.'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.

Saga Communications, Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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