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Gannett Sustainability Profile

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Gannett Co., Inc., a leading media holding company headquartered in the United States, has been a significant player in the publishing industry since its founding in 1906. With a strong presence across major operational regions, including the Midwest and the South, Gannett operates numerous local newspapers and digital platforms, making it a vital source of news and information for communities nationwide. The company is renowned for its flagship publication, USA Today, alongside a diverse portfolio of local news outlets and digital marketing services. Gannett's commitment to quality journalism and innovative digital solutions sets it apart in a competitive landscape. Over the years, Gannett has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its digital offerings and strategic acquisitions, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the media industry.

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28

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

Gannett'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.

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Gannett's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Gannett's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 284,991,000 kg CO2e globally, comprising 15,056,510 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 211,413,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. In the US, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 14,656,450 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 132,773,447 kg CO2e. Gannett has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, nor have they set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has not outlined any formal climate pledges or reduction initiatives. The emissions data is sourced directly from Gannett Co., Inc., with no cascading from a parent or related organization. Gannett's commitment to addressing climate change is evident in their transparency regarding emissions reporting, although further details on reduction strategies are currently lacking.

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20212022
Scope 1
27,960,000
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Scope 2
64,558,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Gannett's Industry?

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

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

Gannett'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.

Gannett has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. 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
Reduction Actions

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