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The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc., commonly known as The Economist, is a leading global media organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1843, it has established itself as a prominent player in the publishing industry, focusing on international news, analysis, and opinion. The Economist is renowned for its in-depth coverage of economic, political, and cultural issues, appealing to a diverse readership of decision-makers and thought leaders. With a strong presence in major operational regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas, The Economist offers a range of core products and services, including its flagship weekly publication, digital subscriptions, and bespoke research services. Its unique blend of rigorous journalism and insightful commentary has earned it a distinguished market position, making it a trusted source for informed perspectives on global affairs.

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88

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.

24

Industry Benchmark

The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s score of 88 is higher than 94% 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 Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from The Economist Group Limited

The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The organisation is a current subsidiary of The Economist Group Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and reporting. While there are no documented reduction targets or specific climate pledges from The Economist Newspaper Group, it is important to note that any potential initiatives or targets would likely be inherited from its parent company, The Economist Group Limited. This includes any relevant data or commitments related to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and other climate-related frameworks. As a subsidiary, The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc. may align its climate strategies with those of The Economist Group Limited, which is expected to have its own set of emissions reduction goals and sustainability initiatives. However, without specific data or commitments available for The Economist Newspaper Group, the details remain vague. In summary, while The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc. does not currently provide emissions data or specific climate commitments, it is positioned within a corporate structure that may influence its environmental strategies through its parent company.

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Scope 1
74,000
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Scope 2
1,449,000
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000,000
00,000
Scope 3
36,615,000
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How Carbon Intensive is The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Economist Newspaper Group, 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 Economist Newspaper Group, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The Economist Newspaper Group, Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and decreased by approximately 5% 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Purchased Goods and Services
79%
Business Travel
5%
Employee Commuting
4%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
3%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Upstream Leased Assets
2%
Capital Goods
2%
Use of Sold Products
1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

The Economist Newspaper Group, 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 Economist Newspaper Group, 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
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