Starz, officially known as Starz Entertainment, LLC, is a prominent player in the entertainment industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a leading provider of premium subscription video on demand (SVOD) services, primarily focusing on original programming, films, and series. With a significant presence across North America, Starz has garnered acclaim for its unique content offerings, including critically acclaimed original series that resonate with diverse audiences. The company’s core products include its streaming service, Starz, which features a rich library of films and original series, setting it apart with exclusive content and a user-friendly interface. Starz has achieved notable milestones, including multiple Emmy nominations, solidifying its position in the competitive landscape of streaming services. With a commitment to delivering high-quality entertainment, Starz continues to innovate and expand its reach in the ever-evolving media landscape.
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Starz's score of 27 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Starz, headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Lions Gate Entertainment Corp., which may influence its climate commitments and reporting practices. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from Starz, it is important to note that emissions data and climate initiatives may be cascaded from its parent company, Lions Gate Entertainment Corp. This relationship could potentially align Starz with broader corporate sustainability goals, although specific details on emissions or targets are not provided. In the context of the entertainment industry, many companies are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprints and committing to science-based targets. However, without specific data or commitments from Starz, it remains unclear how the company is addressing its climate impact at this time.
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.
Starz 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.