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Universal Studios Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Universal Studios Inc., a prominent player in the entertainment industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1912, the company has evolved into a global leader in film production, theme parks, and television. With major operational regions spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Universal Studios is renowned for its innovative storytelling and immersive experiences. The company’s core offerings include blockbuster films, popular television shows, and world-class theme parks, each distinguished by high-quality production and cutting-edge technology. Notable achievements include the creation of iconic franchises such as "Jurassic Park" and "Fast & Furious," solidifying its market position as a powerhouse in entertainment. Universal Studios continues to captivate audiences worldwide, making it a cornerstone of the global entertainment landscape.

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98

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Recreation and Sports Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Universal Studios Inc.'s score of 98 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

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Universal Studios Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Comcast Corporation

Universal Studios Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. As part of its parent company's sustainability initiatives, Universal Studios Inc. inherits climate targets and performance metrics from Comcast Corporation. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Universal Studios Inc. are not detailed in the available data. The company is aligned with industry standards and frameworks, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), both of which are cascaded from Comcast Corporation. This indicates a commitment to addressing climate change, although specific targets or metrics for Universal Studios Inc. are not provided. In summary, while Universal Studios Inc. is part of a larger corporate family with established climate commitments, it currently lacks specific emissions data and reduction targets.

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2019202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
577,000,000
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
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Scope 2
1,755,000,000
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-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
12,310,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Universal Studios Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Universal Studios Inc.'s primary industry is Recreation and Sports Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Universal Studios Inc.'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 Universal Studios Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Universal Studios Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Universal Studios Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 22% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Downstream Leased Assets
40%
Purchased Goods and Services
28%
Capital Goods
19%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
2%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Universal Studios 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.

Universal Studios 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

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