Viaplay Group, a leading streaming service headquartered in Sweden (SE), has established itself as a prominent player in the entertainment industry since its inception in 2020. With a strong presence across the Nordic region and expanding into other European markets, Viaplay offers a diverse range of content, including films, series, and live sports, catering to a wide audience. The company is renowned for its unique blend of local and international programming, setting it apart from competitors. Viaplay's commitment to original content has garnered critical acclaim and a loyal subscriber base, positioning it as a formidable force in the streaming landscape. As it continues to innovate and expand, Viaplay remains dedicated to delivering high-quality entertainment experiences to viewers across its operational regions.
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In 2024, Viaplay reported total carbon emissions of approximately 40,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 1,021,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and around 38,959,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant portion of their overall emissions profile, with Scope 3 emissions being the largest contributor. Viaplay has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46.2% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they are targeting a 46.2% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Viaplay is committed to ensuring that 71% of its suppliers of purchased goods and services, measured by emissions, will have science-based targets by 2026. In the near term, Viaplay aims to reduce direct emissions from vehicles and facilities (Scope 1) and purchased energy (Scope 2) by 16.8% from 2019 levels by the end of 2023. They also plan to achieve over 95% renewable energy use across their operations by the end of 2030. Overall, Viaplay's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and aligns with industry standards for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 161,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,960,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 74,102,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Viaplay's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 67% last year and decreased by approximately 47% 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 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Viaplay 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.


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