Springer Nature Ltd
Springer Nature's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, Springer Nature 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).
Springer Nature has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 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.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  | 0000000 |
Total Scope 2 | ||||
Market-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. | 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.  a | 0000000 | 0000000 |
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Insights into Springer Nature's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Springer Nature amounted to 422 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 Springer Nature decreased by 21.42%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.a
Springer Nature's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Springer Nature's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Springer Nature were 84 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has Springer Nature reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Springer Nature's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 98.11%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Springer Nature's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 26.32%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.a
What are Springer Nature's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, Springer Nature reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 338 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has Springer Nature reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Compared to the previous year (2023), Springer Nature's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) fell by 20.09% in 2024, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its energy consumption.a
What methodology does Springer Nature use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, Springer Nature reported its Scope 2 emissions using the location-based method.a
Springer Nature's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into Springer Nature's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, Springer Nature reported 66 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 Springer Nature includes a breakdown across 1 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year.a
Springer Nature's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are Springer Nature's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, Springer Nature reported total Scope 3 emissions of 66 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has Springer Nature reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, Springer Nature's Scope 3 emissions have decreased by 99.97%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time.a
Compared to the previous year (2023), Springer Nature's Scope 3 emissions increased by 17.86%, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions across its value chain.a
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Springer Nature disclose?
In 2024, Springer Nature reported emissions for 1 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
The limited disclosure restricts visibility into specific emission sources across the company's value chain.
What are the main sources of Springer Nature's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to Springer Nature's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 66 tCO₂e (100%)
Springer Nature's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into Springer Nature's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, Springer Nature reported a total carbon footprint of 488 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 17.71% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.a
The largest contributor to Springer Nature's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 69.26% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 1 emissions at 17.21%.a