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Scholastic Corporation Sustainability Profile

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Scholastic Corporation, a leading global publisher and distributor of children's books and educational materials, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1920, Scholastic has established itself as a cornerstone of the educational publishing industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse range of products, including popular book series, educational resources, and digital learning tools, all designed to foster a love of reading and learning among children. Notable achievements include the publication of iconic series such as "Harry Potter" and "The Hunger Games," which have solidified Scholastic's market position as a trusted name in children's literature. With a commitment to promoting literacy and education, Scholastic continues to innovate and inspire young readers worldwide.

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28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Scholastic Corporation's score of 28 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Scholastic Corporation's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Scholastic Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 462,971,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 14,270,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, primarily from purchased electricity, accounted for about 12,947,000 kg CO2e, while the majority of emissions, approximately 435,637,000 kg CO2e, were classified as Scope 3, which encompasses indirect emissions from the value chain. Despite the significant emissions reported, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented by Scholastic Corporation. The company has not disclosed any initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate commitments. The absence of reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. Scholastic Corporation's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent or related organization, indicating that the reported figures are solely from their own operations. As a major player in the publishing industry, Scholastic's commitment to addressing climate change will be crucial in aligning with global sustainability goals.

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2023
Scope 1
14,270,000
Scope 2
12,947,000
Scope 3
435,637,000

How Carbon Intensive is Scholastic Corporation's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Scholastic Corporation's primary industry is Media Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Scholastic Corporation'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 Scholastic Corporation is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Scholastic Corporation'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.

Scholastic Corporation 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
Reduction Actions

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