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W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. Sustainability Profile

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W. W. Norton & Company, Inc., commonly referred to as Norton, is a distinguished independent publisher headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1923, the company has established itself as a leader in the publishing industry, particularly in the fields of academic and trade books. With a strong presence in major operational regions across North America and beyond, Norton is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation. The company’s core offerings include textbooks, literary works, and reference materials, with a unique focus on fostering a deep understanding of the subjects they cover. Notable achievements include the publication of award-winning titles and a reputation for excellence in educational publishing. W. W. Norton’s dedication to authors and readers alike has solidified its market position as a trusted source for both scholarly and general audiences.

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How does W. W. Norton & Company, 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.

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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

W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

W. W. Norton & Company, Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not report any carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of specific figures in kg CO2e. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges associated with the company. This lack of data suggests that W. W. Norton may not have established formal commitments to reduce its carbon footprint or engage in industry-standard climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Without emissions data or reduction initiatives, it is unclear how the company is addressing climate change within its operations.

How Carbon Intensive is W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. W. W. Norton & Company, 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 W. W. Norton & Company, 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 W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

W. W. Norton & Company, 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.

W. W. Norton & Company, 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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Compare W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.'s Emissions with Industry Peers

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Penguin Random House Limited

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