Warner Music
Warner Music Group Corp., commonly referred to as Warner Music, is a leading global music entertainment company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1958, Warner Music has established itself as a powerhouse in the music industry, with significant operations across North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes record labels, music publishing, and artist services, catering to a wide array of genres and audiences. Warner Music's unique approach to artist development and innovative marketing strategies has positioned it as a market leader, consistently achieving notable milestones, including the successful launch of numerous chart-topping albums and singles. With a commitment to fostering creativity and embracing digital transformation, Warner Music continues to shape the future of music, making it a pivotal player in the ever-evolving entertainment landscape.
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Warner Music's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Warner Music Group (WMG) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 223,473,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,877,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 7,869,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 213,727,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses categories such as capital goods (9,923,000 kg CO2e), business travel (10,338,000 kg CO2e), and purchased goods and services (16,115,000 kg CO2e). WMG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2033, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 32.5% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation, and business travel within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, WMG has committed to sourcing 100% renewable energy for its operations by 2030, which applies to both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects the company's proactive approach to sustainability and its recognition of the importance of transitioning to renewable energy sources. Overall, Warner Music's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a clear strategy towards reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,595,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,582,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,582,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
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