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XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. Sustainability Profile

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XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc., commonly known as XM Radio, is a leading provider of satellite radio services headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1992, the company has played a pivotal role in revolutionising the audio entertainment industry, offering a diverse range of programming across music, news, sports, and talk radio. With a strong presence in North America, XM Radio distinguishes itself through its unique satellite technology, delivering high-quality audio content to millions of subscribers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including its merger with Sirius Satellite Radio in 2008, which solidified its position as a dominant player in the satellite radio market. XM Radio's core offerings include commercial-free music channels and exclusive content, making it a preferred choice for discerning listeners. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has earned it a notable reputation within the industry.

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How does XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

32

Industry Benchmark

XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s score of 37 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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XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Liberty Media Corporation

XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc., headquartered in the US, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for recent years. The company is part of a corporate family structure, with emissions data and climate commitments cascaded from its parent organisation, Sirius XM Holdings Inc., at a cascade level of 2. As of now, XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. The absence of documented climate pledges or reduction initiatives suggests that the company may still be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. In the context of the industry, it is essential for companies like XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. to establish clear climate commitments and reduction targets to align with global sustainability goals. The lack of emissions data and specific initiatives highlights an opportunity for the company to enhance its environmental accountability and contribute to broader climate action efforts.

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202220232024
Scope 1
2,469,000
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0,000,000
Scope 2
718,000
000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s primary industry is Communication Equipment Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc.'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.

XM Satellite Radio Holdings Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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