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Technicolor Sustainability Profile

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Technicolor SA, commonly referred to as Technicolor, is a leading player in the media and entertainment industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1915, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in film and television technology. With major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, Technicolor offers a diverse range of services, including visual effects, animation, and post-production. Technicolor is renowned for its innovative solutions in content creation and distribution, providing unique services that enhance storytelling through cutting-edge technology. The company has established a strong market position, recognised for its contributions to the film and television sectors, including award-winning projects. With a commitment to creativity and excellence, Technicolor continues to shape the future of entertainment.

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59

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

Technicolor's score of 59 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

77%

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Technicolor's reported carbon emissions

In 2021, Technicolor, headquartered in the US, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions for Scope 1 amounted to approximately 4,756,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions reached about 85,313,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data for that year. Technicolor has committed to ambitious climate targets, aiming for an 80% absolute reduction in emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. This commitment aligns with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Net Zero Standard, which Technicolor adopted at the end of 2021. The company is actively working to develop a comprehensive understanding of its Scope 3 emissions profile, which is crucial for meeting its climate objectives. The emissions data reported by Technicolor is cascaded from its parent company, Vantiva S.A., reflecting the corporate family's commitment to sustainability. The company is on track to validate its targets and further enhance its climate strategies in the coming years.

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201220172018201920202021
Scope 1
7,646,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
149,198,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
-
-
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Technicolor's Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Technicolor's Location?

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Very high
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 Technicolor is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Technicolor's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2021
Use of Sold Products
79%
Purchased Goods and Services
19%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

Technicolor'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.

Technicolor 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
Reduction Actions

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