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updated 2 months ago

The Associated Press, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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The Associated Press, Inc. (AP) is a renowned global news organisation headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America and around the world. Founded in 1846, AP has established itself as a leader in the news industry, providing timely and accurate reporting to millions of readers, broadcasters, and digital platforms. AP's core services include news reporting, photography, and multimedia content, distinguished by its commitment to impartiality and journalistic integrity. The organisation's unique cooperative model allows it to gather and distribute news from diverse sources, ensuring comprehensive coverage of events worldwide. With a strong market position, AP has received numerous accolades for its reporting, solidifying its reputation as a trusted source of information in an ever-evolving media landscape.

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How does The Associated Press, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

23

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

The Associated Press, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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The Associated Press, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

The Associated Press, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year, nor does it report specific reduction targets or initiatives. As of now, there are no documented commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The absence of emissions data and reduction initiatives suggests that the organisation may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate commitments. Without specific figures or targets, it is challenging to assess their current impact or future plans regarding carbon emissions and climate action.

How Carbon Intensive is The Associated Press, Inc.'s Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is The Associated Press, Inc.'s Location?

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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 The Associated Press, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Associated Press, Inc.'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.

The Associated Press, Inc. 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

Compare The Associated Press, Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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Updated 17 days ago

ChyronHego Corporation

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Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32)
Updated 11 days ago

Graham Holdings Company

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Education services (80)
Updated 2 days ago

Refinitiv US LLC

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Real estate services (70)
Updated about 1 month ago

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