Rizzoli Corriere della Sera Mediagroup SpA

Common Name
RCS MediaGroup
Country
Italy
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Publishing
Employees
2,825
Ticker
RCS
Exchange
EURONEXT MILAN
Description
RCS MediaGroup S.p.A is a prominent publishing company that plays a significant role in the media landscape, primarily in Italy. As a media conglomerate, its core operations center around the publishi...

RCS MediaGroup's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup 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).

RCS MediaGroup 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 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind RCS MediaGroup’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. RCS MediaGroup's Annual Report 2024
a. RCS MediaGroup's Annual Report 2024

Insights into RCS MediaGroup's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RCS MediaGroup amounted to 15,245.8 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

RCS MediaGroup's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

202404509001.35 k1.8 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are RCS MediaGroup's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of RCS MediaGroup were 1,616.4 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

What are RCS MediaGroup's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 11,878.6 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 13,629.4 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

What methodology does RCS MediaGroup use for Scope 2 reporting?

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

RCS MediaGroup's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202403.5 k7 k10.5 k14 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into RCS MediaGroup's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported 144,273.8 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 RCS MediaGroup includes a breakdown across 10 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 chain a

RCS MediaGroup's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

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  • Year-over-Year Change

What are RCS MediaGroup's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported total Scope 3 emissions of 144,273.8 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 89.56% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 10.44% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does RCS MediaGroup disclose?

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup 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 RCS MediaGroup's Scope 3 emissions?

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

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 105,131.6 tCO₂e (72.87%)
  • End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products (Cat. 12): 12,957 tCO₂e (8.98%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 11,668.4 tCO₂e (8.09%)

RCS MediaGroup's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

End-of-LifeTreatment of SoldProducts (Cat. 12)(9.0%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(8.1%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(72.9%)

Insights into RCS MediaGroup’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,616.4 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 852 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.9 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

RCS MediaGroup's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

201,00020,000500,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)502001,0005,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)TRSCairo CommunicationYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,133 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,140Scope 1 Intensity: 1.87 tCO2e/$MMFE-MEDIAFOREUROPEYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,079 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,032Scope 1 Intensity: 1.68 tCO2e/$MInkeverse GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 6 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,045Scope 1 Intensity: 0.01 tCO2e/$MInformaYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,166 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,459Scope 1 Intensity: 0.49 tCO2e/$MMetropole TelevisionYear: 2024Scope 1: 510 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,364Scope 1 Intensity: 0.37 tCO2e/$MNorth MediaYear: 2023Scope 1: 177,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 141Scope 1 Intensity: 1,259.38 tCO2e/$MTTTX GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,511 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,039Scope 1 Intensity: 3.38 tCO2e/$MKadokawaYear: 2022Scope 1: 83 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,812Scope 1 Intensity: 0.05 tCO2e/$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: $M 101Scope 1 Intensity: 0.16 tCO2e/$MTelecom ItaliaYear: 2024Scope 1: 52,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,029Scope 1 Intensity: 3.49 tCO2e/$MNew York TimesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,598 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,586Scope 1 Intensity: 1.39 tCO2e/$MWinshareYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,117 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,645Scope 1 Intensity: 1.89 tCO2e/$MAlma MediaYear: 2023Scope 1: 194 tCO2eRevenue: $M 337Scope 1 Intensity: 0.57 tCO2e/$MPromotora de InformacionesYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,137 tCO2eRevenue: $M 916Scope 1 Intensity: 3.42 tCO2e/$MZiff DavisYear: 2023Scope 1: 305 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,364Scope 1 Intensity: 0.22 tCO2e/$M4imprint GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 526 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,009Scope 1 Intensity: 0.52 tCO2e/$MPearsonYear: 2024Scope 1: 4,095 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,457Scope 1 Intensity: 0.92 tCO2e/$MSSStorytelYear: 2024Scope 1: 1 tCO2eRevenue: $M 343Scope 1 Intensity: 0.00 tCO2e/$MCriteoYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,024 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,933Scope 1 Intensity: 0.53 tCO2e/$MJohn Wiley & SonsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,062 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,873Scope 1 Intensity: 0.57 tCO2e/$MRCS MediaGroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,616 tCO2eRevenue: $M 852Scope 1 Intensity: 1.90 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.9 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 0.75 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does RCS MediaGroup rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup ranked 18 out of 22 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places RCS MediaGroup among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into RCS MediaGroup's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, RCS MediaGroup reported a total carbon footprint of 159,519.6 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. a

The largest contributor to RCS MediaGroup's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 90.44% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 8.54%. a

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