Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc., commonly known as Warner Bros., is a leading global entertainment company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1923, the company has established itself as a powerhouse in the film, television, and gaming industries, with major operational regions across North America, Europe, and Asia. Renowned for its diverse portfolio, Warner Bros. produces iconic films, television series, and animated content, including beloved franchises such as Harry Potter and DC Comics. The company’s unique blend of storytelling and innovative technology has positioned it as a market leader, consistently delivering high-quality entertainment that resonates with audiences worldwide. With numerous accolades and a rich history of cinematic achievements, Warner Bros. continues to shape the entertainment landscape, making it a formidable player in the industry.
How does Warner Bros'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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Warner Bros's score of 15 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Warner Bros reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,567,625,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 46,443,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 emissions, related to the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling, amounted to approximately 170,355,000 kg CO2e on a market-based approach and about 175,044,000 kg CO2e on a location-based approach. The majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for approximately 1,567,625,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from capital goods (about 1,341,464,000 kg CO2e), employee commuting (approximately 130,336,000 kg CO2e), and business travel (around 31,481,000 kg CO2e). Despite the substantial emissions figures, Warner Bros has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the industry context. As a major player in the entertainment sector, Warner Bros's climate actions will be crucial in addressing the broader challenges of climate change and sustainability.
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Scope 1 | 46,443,000 |
Scope 2 | 170,355,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,567,625,000 |
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Warner Bros is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.