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Ziff Davis Sustainability Profile

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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.

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74

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Ziff Davis's score of 74 is higher than 86% 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 2024, Ziff Davis reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 41,420,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, alongside 318,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 1,134,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 3 emissions from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 45,889,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were 306,000 kg CO2e and 1,257,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Ziff Davis has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% from a 2021 baseline by 2030. Additionally, the company targets a 51.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, as well as capital goods, per USD value added within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified as consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from Ziff Davis, Inc., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. Ziff Davis continues to monitor its emissions and progress towards these targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the software and services sector.

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201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
782,000
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000,000
000,000
000,000
000,000
Scope 2
3,495,500
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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-
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Ziff Davis's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ziff Davis's primary industry is Media Production, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Ziff Davis'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 Ziff Davis is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Ziff Davis's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Ziff Davis's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 45% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
71%
Capital Goods
11%
Employee Commuting
10%
Business Travel
6%
Downstream Leased Assets
2%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
<1%

Ziff Davis'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.

Ziff Davis has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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