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.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Benchmark
Warner Music's score of 28 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Warner Music's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Warner Music Group (WMG) reported total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 8,813,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 1,583,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 7,230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Over the years, WMG has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with significant reductions noted from previous years. For instance, in 2022, the total emissions were about 10,786,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend. WMG has set ambitious targets to further reduce its emissions. The company aims to achieve a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2033, using FY2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, WMG is committed to a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which encompass emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, and business travel, within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. WMG's proactive approach reflects its dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility within the media sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,741,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,954,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Warner Music is committed to some 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.
