Rtl
RTL Group, a leading entertainment and media conglomerate, is headquartered in Luxembourg (LU) and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2000, RTL has established itself as a key player in the broadcasting and content production industry, with a diverse portfolio that includes television, radio, and digital media services. The company is renowned for its innovative programming and high-quality content, catering to a wide audience through its various channels and platforms. RTL Group's unique approach to storytelling and audience engagement has solidified its market position, making it one of the largest media companies in Europe. With a commitment to excellence, RTL continues to shape the future of entertainment, leveraging its extensive reach and expertise to deliver compelling content that resonates with viewers.
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Rtl's score of 49 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Rtl's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, RTL Group S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 391,737,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4,817,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,432,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 383,488,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest being purchased goods and services at about 207,255,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2022, RTL's total emissions were reported at approximately 178,900,000 kg CO2e, indicating a substantial increase in emissions over the two-year period. In 2021, the total emissions were about 150,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 7,300,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 5,200,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 137,500,000 kg CO2e. RTL Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030. This target includes a reduction of total emissions by more than 50% compared to the 2018 baseline, which aligns with their broader sustainability goals. The commitment encompasses both company-related emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and emissions from the production of their programmes and products (Scope 3). The emissions data for RTL Group is cascaded from its parent company, Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA, reflecting a corporate family relationship. This cascading ensures that RTL's climate targets and performance are aligned with the overarching sustainability initiatives of its parent organisation.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2020 | 2021 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,600,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Rtl is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
