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Recreation and Sports Services
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updated 14 days ago

Sesame Workshop Sustainability Profile

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Sesame Workshop, the renowned non-profit organisation based in the United States, has been a pioneer in educational children's media since its founding in 1968. With its headquarters in New York City, the organisation operates globally, reaching millions of children across various regions through innovative programming and resources. Best known for the iconic television series "Sesame Street," Sesame Workshop focuses on early childhood education, social-emotional learning, and literacy development. Its unique blend of engaging characters and relatable storylines sets it apart in the industry, making learning accessible and enjoyable for young audiences. Over the years, Sesame Workshop has achieved significant milestones, including the introduction of diverse characters and initiatives that address critical social issues. As a leader in children's media, the organisation continues to shape the landscape of educational content, fostering a love of learning in children worldwide.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Sesame Workshop's score of 19 is lower than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sesame Workshop's reported carbon emissions

Sesame Workshop, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. The organisation has not disclosed any emissions figures, such as Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, nor has it outlined any commitments to climate action or sustainability initiatives. As of now, there are no significant climate pledges or targets reported by Sesame Workshop, indicating a potential area for future development in their environmental strategy. Without specific emissions data or reduction commitments, it is unclear how Sesame Workshop aligns with industry standards for climate action.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sesame Workshop's primary industry is Recreational, cultural and sporting services (92), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Sesame Workshop is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sesame Workshop'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.

Sesame Workshop 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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