West Publishing Corporation Sustainability Profile
West Publishing Corporation, a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters, is a leading provider of legal research and publishing solutions headquartered in the United States. Established in 1872, the company has a rich history of innovation in the legal industry, notably pioneering the Westlaw legal research platform, which revolutionised how legal professionals access case law and statutes. With a strong presence across North America and significant operations in Europe, West Publishing Corporation focuses on delivering comprehensive legal information, tools, and services. Its core offerings include legal databases, analytical tools, and practice management solutions, all designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy for legal practitioners. Renowned for its commitment to quality and reliability, West continues to hold a prominent position in the legal publishing sector, serving thousands of law firms, courts, and government agencies worldwide.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
West Publishing Corporation's score of 34 is higher than 57% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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West Publishing Corporation's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, West Publishing Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 221,860 kg CO2e. This figure includes 39,040 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, primarily related to electricity usage, and 182,820 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. Notably, there were no reported Scope 1 emissions. Comparatively, in 2019, the corporation's total emissions were about 266,300 kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at 5,100 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 261,200 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant reduction in total emissions over the four-year period, particularly in Scope 3 emissions. West Publishing Corporation's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Thomson Reuters Corporation, reflecting a corporate family relationship. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by West Publishing Corporation, nor are there any initiatives reported under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate frameworks. The corporation's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident, but further details on specific reduction initiatives or targets would enhance its climate strategy.
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West Publishing Corporation'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.
West Publishing Corporation has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
