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Financial Intermediation
NL
updated 2 months ago

The Nielsen Company B.V. Sustainability Profile

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The Nielsen Company B.V., commonly known as Nielsen, is a global leader in audience measurement and analytics, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Founded in 1923, Nielsen has evolved to become a pivotal player in the market research industry, providing insights that drive strategic decision-making for businesses worldwide. With a strong presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, Nielsen offers a diverse range of services, including consumer insights, media measurement, and retail analytics. Their unique methodologies and advanced data analytics set them apart, enabling clients to understand consumer behaviour and market trends effectively. Nielsen's commitment to innovation has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for brands seeking to optimise their marketing strategies. Notable achievements include pioneering audience measurement techniques that have shaped the industry landscape.

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How does The Nielsen Company B.V.'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.

32

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.

32

Industry Benchmark

The Nielsen Company B.V.'s score of 32 is higher than 52% 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 Nielsen Company B.V.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2022, The Nielsen Company B.V. reported total emissions of approximately 686,600 kg CO2e, comprising 404,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 282,600 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. There is no available data for Scope 3 emissions. The company has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, and there are no climate pledges noted in their commitments. It is important to highlight that emissions data for The Nielsen Company B.V. is cascaded from its parent organization, Nielsen Holdings plc, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its environmental reporting. Overall, while The Nielsen Company B.V. has made strides in reporting its emissions, further details on reduction strategies and commitments would enhance its climate accountability.

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202020212022
Scope 1
1,720,663,000
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000,000
Scope 2
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000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is The Nielsen Company B.V.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. The Nielsen Company B.V.'s primary industry is Financial Intermediation, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is The Nielsen Company B.V.'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 Nielsen Company B.V. is in NL, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

The Nielsen Company B.V.'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 Nielsen Company B.V. 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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