Curious to see the emissions of the organizations you buy from or invest in?
Book a demo for a pilot project
Channel 4, officially known as Channel Four Television Corporation, is a prominent player in the printed matter and recorded media industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1982, Channel 4 has evolved into a leading broadcaster, renowned for its innovative programming and commitment to diverse content.
With a focus on television production, digital media, and online streaming, Channel 4 offers a unique blend of entertainment, news, and educational programming that sets it apart from competitors. The network has achieved significant milestones, including multiple BAFTA awards and a strong presence in the UK market, making it a key player in shaping contemporary British culture.
Channel 4's dedication to originality and public service broadcasting continues to resonate with audiences, solidifying its reputation as a trailblazer in the media landscape.
28
DitchCarbon score
+7 vs industry average
Channel 4’s score of 28 is higher than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Part of the Sustainability team at Channel 4?
- Control how your company's emission story is told
- Respond to customers efficiently
- See who's viewing your profile
Industry Intensity
Low
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.286
20182025
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2023
Reported emissions
Scope 1
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 2
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3
•••kg CO₂e
Total reported
•••kg CO₂e
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Channel 4's reported carbon emissions
Channel 4, a UK-based organisation in the Printed matter and recorded media industry, has not publicly disclosed its absolute Scope 1, 2, or 3 greenhouse gas emissions data for recent years.
However, Channel 4 has set ambitious Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company aims to achieve net-zero GHG emissions across its entire value chain by 2050, from a 2021 base year.
Near-term targets include:
- A 42% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030.
- A 25% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030.
Long-term targets include:
- A 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2050.
- A 90% absolute reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2050.
In 2020, Channel 4 reported Scope 2 emissions from purchased electricity of 50,642.8 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions totalling 506,073,500.4 kg CO2e.
Assessing Channel 4 as a supplier or portfolio company?
- See verified emissions data for over 2 million organizations
- View emissions forecasts for Channel 4 and the organizations you buy from or invest in
- Get PCAF data quality (DQ) scores, including for private organizations
Channel 4’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2050
90% reduction in Scope 2
Channel 4 commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
Insufficient data90%
2050
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Channel 4 also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe.
Insufficient data90%
2050
90% reduction in Scope 1
Channel 4 commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90% by 2050 from a 2021 base year.
Insufficient data90%
See all 7 climate goals
Sign up to see all goals
Already have an account? Sign in now
Showing SBTi-validated targets only. Sign up or sign in to see all disclosed climate targets.
Scope 3 top emissions categories
No scope 3 category breakdown has been disclosed yet.
Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
See details
Not active
The Climate Pledge
See details
Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
See details
Not active
RE 100
See details
Not active
Climate Action 100
See details
Not active
Emissions comparison with industry peers
View similar organisationsCompanyCountryIndustryLast updatedScoreDetails
Channel 417 days ago
28
Need this data for financed emissions?
PCAF scored Scope 1, 2 and 3 for 2M+ organizations, including private ones.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Channel 4’s sustainability data and climate commitments
Channel 4's total carbon footprint for 2024 is approximately 380 million kg CO₂e, primarily driven by Scope 3 emissions, which account for the vast majority of its environmental impact. Scope 1 emissions contribute a smaller, but still significant, portion. The company's reporting indicates that purchased goods and services are the largest contributor within Scope 3. Understanding these sources is crucial for Channel 4's strategy to reduce its overall environmental impact within the Printed matter and recorded media (22) sector.
Data year: 2024
Usage policy
You’re welcome to quote or reference data from this page, but please include a visible link back to this URL. Bulk collection, resale, or redistribution of data from multiple profiles is not permitted.
See our License Agreement for more details.
Where does DitchCarbondata come from?
Discover our data-driven methodology for measuring corporate climate action and benchmarking against industry peers
Learn more