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Polaris Media ASA

Common Name
Polaris Media
Country
Norway
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Publishing
Employees
2,155
Ticker
POL
Exchange
OSLO BORS
Description
Polaris Media ASA is a leading independent media house and printing group operating primarily in Norway and on the west coast of Sweden. Founded in 2008 through the merger of Adresseavisen ASA and Har...

Polaris Media's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2025, Polaris Media 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).

Polaris Media has also provided a category-level breakdown for 9 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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a. Polaris Media's Annual Report 2025

Insights into Polaris Media's Operational Emissions

In 2025, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Polaris Media amounted to 1,658 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 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Polaris Media decreased by 16.73%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a

Polaris Media's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

20232024202505501.1 k1.65 k2.2 ktCO2e-42%-18%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Polaris Media's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2025, the total Scope 1 emissions of Polaris Media were 1,043 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Has Polaris Media reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2023, Polaris Media's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 52.18%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Polaris Media's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 18%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a

What are Polaris Media's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2025, Polaris Media reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 5,856 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 615 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a

Has Polaris Media reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2023, Polaris Media's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 34.29%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Polaris Media's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 14.46% in 2025, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a

What methodology does Polaris Media use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2025, Polaris Media reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a

Polaris Media's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

20232024202502 k4 k6 k8 ktCO2e
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  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into Polaris Media's Value Chain Emissions

In 2025, Polaris Media reported 21,617 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 2025 disclosure of Polaris Media includes a breakdown across 9 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2024, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a

Polaris Media's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

20232024202507.5 k15 k22.5 k30 ktCO2e-17%-7%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Polaris Media's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, Polaris Media reported total Scope 3 emissions of 21,617 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a

Approximately 99.67% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0.33% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a

Has Polaris Media reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2023, Polaris Media's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 23.08%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a

Compared to the previous year (2024), Polaris Media's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that Polaris Media's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Polaris Media disclose?

In 2025, Polaris Media reported emissions for 9 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Polaris Media's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2025, the largest contributors to Polaris Media's Scope 3 emissions were:a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 11,980 tCO₂e (55.42%)
  • Downstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 9): 3,681 tCO₂e (17.03%)
  • Upstream Leased Assets (Cat. 8): 2,463 tCO₂e (11.39%)

Polaris Media's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

DownstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 9)(17.0%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(55.4%)Upstream LeasedAssets (Cat. 8)(11.4%)

Insights into Polaris Media’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2025, Polaris Media reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,043 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 362 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.88 tCO₂e per millions USD.a

Polaris Media's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

101001,00010,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502005002,00010,000Revenues (Millions of USD)RTMRSSAgoraYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,269 tCO2eRevenue: $M 360Scope 1 Intensity: 3.53 tCO2e/$MCaltagirone EditoreYear: 2025Scope 1: 416 tCO2eRevenue: $M 116Scope 1 Intensity: 3.59 tCO2e/$MInformaYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,166 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,459Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MRRRebl GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 3,653 tCO2eRevenue: $M 127Scope 1 Intensity: 28.68 tCO2e/$MLink Mobility Group HoldingYear: 2025Scope 1: 28 tCO2eRevenue: $M 703Scope 1 Intensity: 0.04 tCO2e/$MNorth MediaYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 204Scope 1 Intensity: 4.90 tCO2e/$MTTTx GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 702 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,101Scope 1 Intensity: 0.64 tCO2e/$MGyldendal ASAYear: 2025Scope 1: 3 tCO2eRevenue: $M 291Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MKadokawaYear: 2023Scope 1: 51 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,917Scope 1 Intensity: 0.03 tCO2e/$MMMMonrifYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,257 tCO2eRevenue: $M 147Scope 1 Intensity: 15.36 tCO2e/$MRRReachYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,974 tCO2eRevenue: $M 676Scope 1 Intensity: 4.40 tCO2e/$MSpringer Nature AG & CoYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,009 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,922Scope 1 Intensity: 1.05 tCO2e/$MGyldendal A/SYear: 2024Scope 1: 16 tCO2eRevenue: $M 101Scope 1 Intensity: 0.16 tCO2e/$MNew York TimesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,598 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,586Scope 1 Intensity: 1.39 tCO2e/$MSSSmiths NewsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,359 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,453Scope 1 Intensity: 0.94 tCO2e/$MWinshareYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,731 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,665Scope 1 Intensity: 1.64 tCO2e/$MAlma MediaYear: 2024Scope 1: 190 tCO2eRevenue: $M 325Scope 1 Intensity: 0.58 tCO2e/$MIl Sole 24 OreYear: 2024Scope 1: 398 tCO2eRevenue: $M 223Scope 1 Intensity: 1.78 tCO2e/$MPromotora de InformacionesYear: 2025Scope 1: 2,972 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,038Scope 1 Intensity: 2.86 tCO2e/$MKeskisuomalainenYear: 2025Scope 1: 340 tCO2eRevenue: $M 250Scope 1 Intensity: 1.36 tCO2e/$MPearsonYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,095 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,457Scope 1 Intensity: 0.92 tCO2e/$MSSStorytelYear: 2024Scope 1: 1 tCO2eRevenue: $M 343Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MJohn Wiley & SonsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,062 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,873Scope 1 Intensity: 0.57 tCO2e/$MPolaris MediaYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,043 tCO2eRevenue: $M 362Scope 1 Intensity: 2.88 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2025, Polaris Media reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.88 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.05, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a

Where does Polaris Media rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2025, Polaris Media ranked 18 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a

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

Insights into Polaris Media's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2025, Polaris Media reported a total carbon footprint of 23,275 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 8.12% decrease compared to 2024, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a

The largest contributor to Polaris Media's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 92.88% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 4.48%.a

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