Mediaset España Comunicación, S.A., commonly known as Mediaset España, is a leading Spanish media company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1989, it has established itself as a dominant player in the broadcasting industry, primarily focusing on television production and distribution. Mediaset España operates several popular channels, including Telecinco and Cuatro, catering to diverse audiences across the nation. The company is renowned for its innovative programming and high-quality content, which includes entertainment shows, news, and sports coverage. Mediaset España has achieved significant milestones, such as being a pioneer in digital broadcasting and expanding its reach through online platforms. With a strong market position, it continues to shape the Spanish media landscape, making it a key player in the industry.
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In 2023, Mediaset España reported total carbon emissions of approximately 83.2 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 728,380 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8.7 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 71.7 million kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions are particularly significant, with major contributions from categories such as capital goods and upstream transportation and distribution. Comparatively, in 2022, the total emissions were approximately 95.2 million kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, and there are no documented reduction initiatives currently in place. Mediaset España's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Mediaset España Comunicación, S.A., which provides the framework for their sustainability reporting. The organization is committed to improving its environmental performance, although specific targets or initiatives have not been disclosed.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 829,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,647,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,213,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Mediaset Espana's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 1560% 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.
Mediaset Espana 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.

