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Salem Media Group, commonly referred to as Salem, is a prominent player in the printed matter and recorded media industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1974, Salem has established itself as a leader in Christian and conservative content, operating primarily in major regions across the US.
The company focuses on publishing, radio broadcasting, and digital media, offering a diverse range of products and services that cater to its niche audience. Salem's unique approach combines traditional media with innovative digital solutions, setting it apart in a competitive landscape.
With a strong market position, Salem has achieved notable milestones, including a robust portfolio of well-known brands and a significant presence in the talk radio sector. Its commitment to quality content continues to resonate with audiences, solidifying its reputation as a trusted source in the industry.
8
DitchCarbon score
-20 vs industry average
Salem’s score of 8 is lower than 8% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Media Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.286
20182025
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Reported emissions
No reported emissions data is available for Salem yet.
Salem's reported carbon emissions
Salem, a US-based company in the printed matter and recorded media industry, has set a long-term goal for climate neutrality. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, a commitment stemming from its 2007 signing of the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment. This target is further aligned with the state's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050, adopted in 2021, encompassing all scopes of emissions.
No specific emissions data for Salem's direct operations (Scope 1, 2, or 3) is available in the provided information. However, historical revenue figures are available: in 2020, Salem reported a revenue of approximately 236.2 million USD, and in 2016, approximately 274.3 million USD. The company also provides some production emission factors for "CO2 per square foot" which are not specific to Scope 1, 2, or 3. In 2020, the average CO2 per square foot was about 13.11 kg CO2e, while in 2016, CO2 per square foot for W-STA was approximately 27.22 kg CO2e and for Police facilities was about 17.33 kg CO2e.
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Salem’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Salem24 days ago
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