ITV PLC

Common Name
ITV
Country
United Kingdom
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Broadcasting
Employees
6,133
Ticker
ITV
Exchange
LONDON STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
ITV plc is a prominent broadcasting company based in the United Kingdom. It primarily operates as a major player in the production and broadcasting of television programs. The company's core function ...

ITV's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, ITV 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).

ITV has also provided a category-level breakdown for 10 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind ITV’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. ITV's Annual Report 2024
a. ITV's Annual Report 2024
b. ITV's Social Impact Report 2023
b. ITV's Social Impact Report 2023

Insights into ITV's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of ITV amounted to 5,586 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

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of ITV decreased by 11.52%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

ITV's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201920222023202409001.8 k2.7 k3.6 ktCO2e-45%-11%-32%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are ITV's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of ITV were 1,174 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has ITV reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ITV's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 66.47%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), ITV's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 32.18%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are ITV's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, ITV reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 2,648 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 4,412 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has ITV reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ITV's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 52.9%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), ITV's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that ITV 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does ITV use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, ITV reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

ITV's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

201920222023202402.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into ITV's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, ITV reported 797,743 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 ITV includes a breakdown across 10 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 9 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

ITV's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20192022202320240300 k600 k900 k1.2 MtCO2e-26%-59%+131%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are ITV's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, ITV reported total Scope 3 emissions of 797,743 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 35.63% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 64.37% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has ITV reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2019, ITV's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 30%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), ITV's Scope 3 emissions increased by 130.8%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does ITV disclose?

In 2024, ITV reported emissions for 10 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 ITV's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to ITV's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 479,089 tCO₂e (60.06%)
  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 237,567 tCO₂e (29.78%)
  • Investments (Cat. 15): 34,386 tCO₂e (4.31%)

ITV's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(60.1%)Investments(Cat. 15)(4.3%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(29.8%)

Insights into ITV’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, ITV reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,174 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 4,377 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.27 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

ITV's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

0.52050010,000200,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)CMRSurya Citra MediaYear: 2023Scope 1: 638 tCO2eRevenue: $M 422Scope 1 Intensity: 1.51 tCO2e/$MS4 CapitalYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,293 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,064Scope 1 Intensity: 1.21 tCO2e/$MMFE-MEDIAFOREUROPEYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,079 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,032Scope 1 Intensity: 1.68 tCO2e/$MTV Asahi HoldingsYear: 2022Scope 1: 324 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,444Scope 1 Intensity: 0.13 tCO2e/$MCCCelticYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,169 tCO2eRevenue: $M 158Scope 1 Intensity: 7.42 tCO2e/$MInformaYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,166 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,459Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MAirtel AfricaYear: 2025Scope 1: 89,869 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,659Scope 1 Intensity: 24.56 tCO2e/$MWPPYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,629 tCO2eRevenue: $M 18,500Scope 1 Intensity: 0.52 tCO2e/$MM&C SaatchiYear: 2024Scope 1: 68 tCO2eRevenue: $M 496Scope 1 Intensity: 0.14 tCO2e/$MBEC WorldYear: 2023Scope 1: 269 tCO2eRevenue: $M 135Scope 1 Intensity: 1.99 tCO2e/$MNRJ GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,565 tCO2eRevenue: $M 431Scope 1 Intensity: 3.63 tCO2e/$MRightmoveYear: 2024Scope 1: 129 tCO2eRevenue: $M 489Scope 1 Intensity: 0.26 tCO2e/$MMetropole TelevisionYear: 2024Scope 1: 510 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,364Scope 1 Intensity: 0.37 tCO2e/$MMMMaintel HoldingsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1 tCO2eRevenue: $M 122Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MAuto Trader GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 116 tCO2eRevenue: $M 777Scope 1 Intensity: 0.15 tCO2e/$MRRReachYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,974 tCO2eRevenue: $M 676Scope 1 Intensity: 4.40 tCO2e/$MSKY Perfect JSAT HoldingsYear: 2023Scope 1: 47 tCO2eRevenue: $M 909Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$MZee Entertainment EnterprisesYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,071 tCO2eRevenue: $M 985Scope 1 Intensity: 7.18 tCO2e/$MProsiebensat 1 MediaYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,683 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,265Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MTelevision Francaise 1Year: 2024Scope 1: 542 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,451Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$MRTL GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,817 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,508Scope 1 Intensity: 0.74 tCO2e/$MSun Tv NetworkYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,183 tCO2eRevenue: $M 470Scope 1 Intensity: 2.52 tCO2e/$MSESYear: 2024Scope 1: 7,826 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,082Scope 1 Intensity: 3.76 tCO2e/$MSTV GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 313 tCO2eRevenue: $M 236Scope 1 Intensity: 1.33 tCO2e/$MITVYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,174 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,377Scope 1 Intensity: 0.27 tCO2e/$M

How does ITV's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, ITV reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.27 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.98 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does ITV rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, ITV ranked 8 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

ITV is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into ITV's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, ITV reported a total carbon footprint of 803,329 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 128.25% increase compared to 2023, suggesting a rise in emissions across its operations or value chain. a

The largest contributor to ITV's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 99.3% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 0.55%. a

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