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Simon & Schuster, LLC Sustainability Profile

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Simon & Schuster, LLC, a prominent name in the publishing industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1924, the company has established itself as a leader in book publishing, with a diverse portfolio that includes fiction, non-fiction, and children's literature. With major operational regions across North America and international markets, Simon & Schuster has consistently delivered high-quality content that resonates with readers. The company is renowned for its unique approach to storytelling, offering a wide range of titles from bestselling authors and emerging voices alike. Notable achievements include the publication of numerous award-winning books, solidifying its market position as a trusted source for literary excellence. Simon & Schuster continues to innovate in the publishing landscape, adapting to the evolving needs of readers and the industry.

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How does Simon & Schuster, LLC's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

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

Simon & Schuster, LLC's score of 23 is lower than 70% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Simon & Schuster, LLC's reported carbon emissions

Simon & Schuster, LLC, headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data or specific climate commitments. There are no reported emissions figures, reduction targets, or initiatives related to carbon footprint management. As such, the company has not disclosed any Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions data, nor has it outlined any significant climate pledges or commitments to reduce its environmental impact. Without this information, it is unclear how Simon & Schuster is addressing climate change or contributing to sustainability efforts within the publishing industry.

How Carbon Intensive is Simon & Schuster, LLC's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Simon & Schuster, LLC'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 Simon & Schuster, LLC is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Simon & Schuster, LLC'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.

Simon & Schuster, LLC 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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