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Springer Nature, a leading global provider of education services, is headquartered in Germany (DE) and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2015 through the merger of Springer Science+Business Media and Nature Publishing Group, the company has quickly established itself as a key player in the academic publishing sector.
Specialising in high-quality research and educational content, Springer Nature offers a diverse range of products, including journals, books, and digital platforms. Its unique approach combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to open access, making scholarly information more accessible to researchers and educators worldwide.
With a strong market position, Springer Nature is recognised for its innovative contributions to the field, including advancements in research dissemination and collaboration. The company continues to shape the future of education services, fostering knowledge and discovery across disciplines.
84
DitchCarbon score
+61 vs industry average
Springer Nature’s score of 84 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Education Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.092
20182025
The Education Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 18% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Springer Nature's reported carbon emissions
Springer Nature, headquartered in Germany, operates within the Education services industry. The company's carbon emissions data for 2025 indicates total emissions of approximately 96,603,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 2,138,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of around 241,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of roughly 93,632,000 kg CO2e. Key categories contributing to Scope 3 include purchased goods and services (approximately 56,681,000 kg CO2e), business travel (approximately 9,770,000 kg CO2e), and end-of-life treatment of sold products (approximately 7,824,000 kg CO2e).
Looking back, Springer Nature's total emissions were approximately 101,721,000 kg CO2e in 2024 and approximately 130,771,000 kg CO2e in 2023. In 2019, the base year for several targets, total emissions were approximately 201,144,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,311,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 2,361,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 193,056,000 kg CO2e.
Springer Nature has demonstrated a strong commitment to climate action, with all emissions and reduction targets cascaded from its ultimate parent, Springer Nature AG & Co. KGaA. The company is a signatory to The Climate Pledge, committing to achieve net-zero carbon across its value chain by 2040 from a 2019 base year.
The company has set several Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) aligned goals:
- Near-Term Targets: Springer Nature commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.6% by 2032 from a 2019 base year. Additionally, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel and energy-related activities, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, and upstream leased assets by 32.5% within the same timeframe. These targets are classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
- Long-Term Targets: Springer Nature commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2019 base year. Concurrently, it aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These long-term targets are also classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
The company has also been carbon neutral for its emissions related to offices, fleet, and flights since 2020.
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Springer Nature’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
At risk48%
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
Behind target22%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2032 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
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Not active
The Climate Pledge
Signed 2021See details
Active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Not active
RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Springer Nature’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Springer Nature reported total carbon emissions of approximately 96.6 million kg CO2e. The largest portion, roughly 97%, comes from Scope 3 emissions, totaling around 93.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions account for approximately 2.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) are around 0.24 million kg CO2e. This breakdown highlights the significant impact of the company's value chain activities on its overall carbon footprint, a key consideration for its sustainability strategy within the Education services sector.
Data year: 2025
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