Salem
Salem, officially known as Salem Media Group, Inc., is a prominent player in the US media landscape, headquartered in Camarillo, California. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leader in the Christian and conservative media sectors, operating radio stations, publishing, and digital content. Salem's extensive portfolio includes well-known brands such as Townhall.com and Christian Radio Network, which cater to a diverse audience seeking faith-based and conservative viewpoints. With a strong presence across major US markets, Salem has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its own podcast network and the expansion of its digital advertising services. The company's unique blend of traditional and digital media offerings positions it favourably within the industry, making it a trusted source for millions of listeners and readers. Salem's commitment to quality content and community engagement continues to solidify its market position as a leading media organisation.
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Salem's score of 25 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Salem's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Salem's total carbon emissions were approximately 146,434,000 kg CO2e, reflecting their operational impact in the US. This figure represents a slight decrease from 2019, when emissions were about 155,282,000 kg CO2e. The emissions data does not specify Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, indicating a lack of detailed disclosure in these areas. Salem has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as evidenced by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Their climate strategy appears to be in its early stages, with no significant pledges or initiatives reported. The emissions data is sourced from Salem Media Group, Inc., which is the parent organization, and no cascaded data from other corporate family members has been indicated. As such, Salem's current climate commitments and emissions profile suggest a need for enhanced transparency and strategic planning to address their carbon footprint effectively.
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Salem 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.
