Sony Pictures Entertainment, a subsidiary of the global conglomerate Sony Corporation, is a leading player in the entertainment industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1987, the company has established itself as a powerhouse in film and television production, distribution, and marketing, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for its diverse portfolio, Sony Pictures produces a wide array of content, including blockbuster films, acclaimed television series, and innovative digital media. Notable franchises such as Spider-Man and Jumanji highlight its creative prowess and market appeal. With a commitment to storytelling and cutting-edge technology, Sony Pictures continues to shape the entertainment landscape, achieving numerous accolades and maintaining a strong market position in a competitive industry.
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Sony Pictures Entertainment, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to its subsidiaries. Sony Group Corporation has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce emissions across its operations. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to address climate change and promote sustainability within the entertainment industry. The company participates in various climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which aim to enhance transparency and accountability in emissions reporting and reduction. While specific reduction targets for Sony Pictures Entertainment are not detailed, the overarching goals from Sony Group Corporation reflect a commitment to reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The company is actively working towards achieving these targets, although precise figures and timelines have not been disclosed. In summary, while Sony Pictures Entertainment does not currently report specific emissions data, it is aligned with the climate commitments and reduction initiatives set forth by its parent company, Sony Group Corporation, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the industry.
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| Scope 1 | 891,486,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Sony Pictures Entertainment's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 15% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Sony Pictures Entertainment 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.