Warner Music Sustainability Profile
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 (40,940,000 kg CO2e). WMG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 54.6% by FY2033, using FY2023 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 32.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions, which includes 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 goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Furthermore, WMG has committed to sourcing 100% renewable energy across its global operations by 2030, covering 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 significant emissions reductions and a commitment to sustainability within the music industry.
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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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Warner Music's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Warner Music's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 19% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Warner Music's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Warner Music has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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