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Bertelsmann SE & Co's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
Bertelsmann SE & Co has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
| Metric (tCO2e) | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 - 2017 |
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Total Scope 1 | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 0000000 |
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Insights into Bertelsmann SE & Co's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Bertelsmann SE & Co amounted to 237,172 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Bertelsmann SE & Co were 125,837 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
What are Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 12,267 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 111,335 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
What methodology does Bertelsmann SE & Co use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Bertelsmann SE & Co's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported 2,198,086 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of Bertelsmann SE & Co includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in , reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina
Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported total Scope 3 emissions of 2,198,086 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 83.76% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 16.24% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Bertelsmann SE & Co disclose?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 1,168,778 tCO₂e (53.17%)
- Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 248,768 tCO₂e (11.32%)
- Investments (Cat. 15): 247,430 tCO₂e (11.26%)
Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Bertelsmann SE & Co’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 125,837 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 19,759 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 6.37 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
Bertelsmann SE & Co's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does Bertelsmann SE & Co's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 6.37 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 7.42, this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does Bertelsmann SE & Co rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co ranked 7 out of 18 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
Bertelsmann SE & Co is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into Bertelsmann SE & Co's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Bertelsmann SE & Co reported a total carbon footprint of 2,435,258 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.a
The largest contributor to Bertelsmann SE & Co's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 90.26% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 5.17%.a