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Warner Music Group (WMG), headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the printed matter and recorded media industry. Established in 1958, the company has grown to become one of the most influential music companies globally, with a significant presence across North America, Europe, and beyond.
Specialising in recorded music, music publishing, and artist services, Warner Music is renowned for its diverse catalogue of artists and innovative approach to music distribution. Its core products include recorded albums, digital streaming content, and music licensing, which set it apart through a focus on artist development and technological integration.
As a major force in the music industry, Warner Music has achieved numerous milestones, maintaining a strong market position through strategic acquisitions and a commitment to creative excellence. Its reputation for nurturing talent and delivering high-quality media content underscores its status as a key industry leader.
35
DitchCarbon score
+13 vs industry average
Warner Music’s score of 35 is higher than 60% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Very High
Media Production is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
0.286
20182025
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Scope 3
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Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Warner Music's reported carbon emissions
Warner Music's latest disclosed emissions data for 2025 shows Scope 1 emissions at 2,249,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 6,599,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 224,403,000 kg CO2e. Key categories within Scope 3 include capital goods at 10,995,747 kg CO2e, business travel at 8,527,314 kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services at 29,845,599 kg CO2e.
The company has set several ambitious climate commitments. Warner Music has committed to sourcing 100% renewable energy across its global operations by 2030, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
Through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Warner Music (WMG) commits to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.6% by fiscal year 2033 from a fiscal year 2023 base year. Additionally, WMG commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and business travel by 32.5% within the same timeframe (by FY2033 from a FY2023 base year). These targets are classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario.
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Warner Music’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2033
54.6% reduction in Scope 1
Warner Music Inc (WMG) commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 54.6% by FY2033 from a FY2023 base year.
At risk54.6%
2033
54.6% reduction in Scope 2
Warner Music Inc (WMG) commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 54.6% by FY2033 from a FY2023 base year.
Behind target54.6%
2033
32.5% reduction in scope 3 total
Warner Music Inc (WMG) also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and…
Insufficient data32.5%
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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