Dow Jones & Company, a prominent player in the financial information industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1882, the company has established itself as a leader in delivering essential business news and data, primarily through its flagship product, The Wall Street Journal. Dow Jones also offers a suite of financial analytics and market intelligence services, catering to professionals across various sectors.
With a strong presence in North America and Europe, Dow Jones has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of innovative digital platforms that enhance user engagement. The company is renowned for its comprehensive coverage of global markets, making it a trusted source for investors and decision-makers. Dow Jones continues to solidify its market position through a commitment to quality journalism and cutting-edge technology, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the financial information landscape.
+2 vs industry average
Dow Jones’s score of 31 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Media Production has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Media Production industry has reduced its overall emissions by 27% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2020
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Dow Jones's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Dow Jones reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,887,000 kg CO2e. This figure reflects the company's commitment to transparency in its environmental impact, although specific data for Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions were not disclosed. The company has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, with a baseline year of 2016. Additionally, Dow Jones is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, indicating a long-term strategy to mitigate its carbon footprint. Historically, Dow Jones's emissions have seen significant figures, with total emissions recorded at approximately 3,277,298,000 kg CO2e in 2013, primarily from Scope 1 emissions, which accounted for about 3,259,813,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards its reduction goals by re-evaluating and minimising its environmental impacts. As of now, there are no emissions data cascaded from a parent organisation, and all reported figures are directly from Dow Jones. The company continues to focus on sustainability initiatives to align with industry standards and climate commitments.
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Dow Jones’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
60% reduction in Scope 1
To meet this 60% reduction goal, Dow Jones will continue to re-think and reduce our impacts, including: ...
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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