Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., commonly referred to as WBD, is a leading global media and entertainment company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2022 through the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, Inc., the company operates across various regions, including North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. WBD is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which encompasses film, television, and streaming services. Its core offerings include iconic franchises such as Harry Potter, DC Comics, and a vast array of reality programming. The company stands out for its commitment to storytelling and innovation, positioning itself as a key player in the competitive media landscape. With a strong market presence, Warner Bros. Discovery has achieved significant milestones, including the successful launch of its streaming platform, Max, which combines premium content from both legacy brands. This strategic integration enhances its ability to engage audiences worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Warner Bros. Discovery'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. Discovery's score of 17 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Warner Bros. Discovery's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Warner Bros. Discovery reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,341,464,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from all three scopes: Scope 1 emissions totalled about 46,443,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 170,355,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 175,044,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The most significant contributor to their carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, which reached about 1,567,625,000 kg CO2e. Notably, employee commuting accounted for approximately 31,481,000 kg CO2e, and upstream leased assets contributed around 130,336,000 kg CO2e. Despite the substantial emissions figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Warner Bros. Discovery. The company operates within a global context where many organisations are increasingly committing to ambitious climate goals, yet it appears that Warner Bros. Discovery has not publicly outlined its own reduction initiatives or targets at this time.
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Add to project| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 46,443,000 |
| Scope 2 | 170,355,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,567,625,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Warner Bros. Discovery 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.
