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Ziff Davis

Ziff Davis, Inc., a prominent player in the technology and digital media industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1927, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in online publishing, digital marketing, and e-commerce. With a strong presence in major operational regions across North America and Europe, Ziff Davis focuses on delivering high-quality content and innovative solutions in technology, gaming, and lifestyle sectors. The company’s core offerings include a diverse range of digital media properties, such as tech-focused websites and online marketplaces, which are distinguished by their authoritative content and user-centric approach. Ziff Davis has achieved notable milestones, including strategic acquisitions that have bolstered its market position, making it a trusted source for millions of consumers and businesses alike.

DitchCarbon Score

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47

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Ziff Davis's score of 47 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ziff Davis's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ziff Davis reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 14,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 305,400 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,256,700 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 43,090,700 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, the company has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, from 2021 to 2022, Ziff Davis decreased its Scope 1 emissions by about 36% and Scope 2 emissions by approximately 1.5%. Ziff Davis has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets a 51.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, measured per USD value added, within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Ziff Davis is actively working towards a more sustainable future, demonstrating a commitment to significant emissions reductions across all scopes.

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Scope 1
782,000
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Scope 2
3,495,500
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Scope 3
84,617,500
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ziff Davis's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. Ziff Davis is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ziff Davis is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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