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 reported carbon emissions
In 2023, YG Entertainment reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 759,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,344,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 167,830 kg CO2e, which includes waste generated in operations at about 26,500 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded total emissions of about 5,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 879,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 1,400,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 177,480 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, YG Entertainment has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company has not disclosed any SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) reduction targets or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are reported directly by YG Entertainment Inc. The company continues to monitor its carbon footprint and engage in sustainability reporting, but specific reduction strategies remain unspecified.
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| 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 participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
