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Smiths News

Smiths News Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading distributor in the newspaper and magazine sector. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a key player in the UK’s media supply chain, serving a diverse range of customers across various operational regions. Specialising in the distribution of newspapers, magazines, and other media products, Smiths News stands out for its extensive logistics network and commitment to customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the acquisition of several regional distribution businesses, which has bolstered its market position. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, Smiths News continues to adapt to the evolving media landscape, ensuring timely delivery and a broad selection of titles. Its reputation for reliability and comprehensive service makes it a trusted partner in the publishing industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Smiths News'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.

52

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

Smiths News's score of 52 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Smiths News's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Smiths News reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,084,700 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1,503,100 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 876,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,084,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a continued commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint, particularly in the UK, where they also reported similar figures. In 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 9,342,500 kg CO2e in the UK, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,536,400 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 915,800 kg CO2e. The total emissions for 2021 were approximately 10,333,400 kg CO2e, indicating a slight reduction in emissions over the years. Despite these figures, Smiths News has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.

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20192020202220232024
Scope 1
40,526,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
2,323,000
0,000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 3
-
-
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Smiths News's primary industry is Financial intermediation services, except insurance and pension funding services (65), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Smiths News is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Smiths News is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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