Tegna Sustainability Profile
Tegna Inc., a prominent media company headquartered in the United States, has established itself as a leader in the broadcasting and digital media industry since its founding in 2015. With a strong presence across major operational regions, Tegna operates numerous television stations and digital platforms, delivering high-quality news and entertainment content to diverse audiences. The company is renowned for its commitment to local journalism, innovative storytelling, and community engagement, setting it apart in a competitive landscape. Tegna's core services include television broadcasting, digital advertising, and content creation, all designed to enhance viewer experience and drive audience connection. Notable achievements include its recognition for excellence in journalism and its strategic acquisitions that have expanded its market reach. As a key player in the media sector, Tegna continues to shape the future of broadcasting with a focus on quality and integrity.
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Tegna's score of 58 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Tegna's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Tegna reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 125,947,000 kg CO2e, comprising 73,943,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 52,005,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, at about 69,050,457,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial impact from upstream and downstream activities. Tegna has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflects the company's commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal. The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of its carbon footprint. In 2023, Tegna's emissions were reported at approximately 128,924,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 76,221,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 52,704,000 kg CO2e. The significant Scope 3 emissions for that year were about 63,324,759,000 kg CO2e. Overall, Tegna's climate strategy focuses on substantial reductions in direct emissions while also addressing the broader impacts of its supply chain and product lifecycle emissions.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,979,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 62,701,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 165,408,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Tegna's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Tegna's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 9% last year and increased significantly since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 97% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Tegna'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.
Tegna has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
