YG Entertainment
YG Entertainment, officially known as YG Entertainment Inc., is a leading South Korean entertainment company headquartered in Seoul, KR. Founded in 1996 by Yang Hyun-suk, YG has established itself as a powerhouse in the music industry, particularly in K-pop, with a diverse portfolio that includes artist management, music production, and concert promotion. The company is renowned for its unique approach to music and talent development, producing globally successful acts such as BIGBANG, BLACKPINK, and WINNER. YG Entertainment has consistently pushed the boundaries of creativity, contributing to the globalisation of K-pop and solidifying its market position as one of the top entertainment firms in Asia. With a commitment to innovation and artistic integrity, YG continues to shape the future of the entertainment landscape.
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YG Entertainment's score of 39 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
YG Entertainment's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, YG Entertainment reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,200,830 kg CO2e, comprising 759,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,344,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 167,830 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 2,228,180 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 879,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 1,400,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 177,480 kg CO2e. In 2021, YG Entertainment's emissions were significantly higher, totalling approximately 2,352,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 993,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 1,359,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a gradual reduction in emissions over the years, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 categories. Despite these reductions, YG Entertainment has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or commitments under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting an awareness of its environmental impact within the entertainment industry.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 684,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 991,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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YG Entertainment is not committed to any 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.
