ITV plc, commonly known as ITV, is a leading British media company headquartered in Greater London, GB. Founded in 1955, ITV has established itself as a prominent player in the television broadcasting industry, operating across various regions in the UK. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio of channels, including ITV1, ITV2, and ITV3, as well as its digital platforms. ITV's core business areas encompass television production, broadcasting, and digital content distribution, with a strong emphasis on original programming and entertainment. Notable achievements include the successful launch of popular shows such as "Coronation Street" and "The X Factor," which have significantly contributed to its market position. With a commitment to innovation and audience engagement, ITV continues to shape the landscape of British television.
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In 2024, ITV reported total carbon emissions of approximately 322,476,000 kg CO2e globally, with 1,174,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,648,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 318,654,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In the UK, ITV's emissions were about 2,491,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,627,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). ITV has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 across all operations and supply chains. This includes a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 46% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline, and a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Additionally, ITV plans to increase its annual sourcing of renewable electricity from 40% in 2019 to 100% by 2025. The company has also committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050, with specific targets set through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). These targets reflect ITV's commitment to align with the 1.5°C climate goal, ensuring a significant reduction in its carbon footprint while contributing to global climate action.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,793,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 19,191,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Itv's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 535% since 2017, 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 75% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Itv 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.

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