Bloomsbury
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, commonly known as Bloomsbury, is a prominent British publishing house headquartered in London, GB. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a leader in the global publishing industry, with significant operations in the UK, USA, and Australia. Specialising in a diverse range of genres, Bloomsbury is renowned for its literary fiction, non-fiction, and academic publishing, including the acclaimed Harry Potter series. The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has earned it a distinguished market position, with notable achievements such as multiple prestigious awards and a strong presence in both print and digital formats. With a focus on unique storytelling and scholarly excellence, Bloomsbury continues to shape the literary landscape, making it a key player in the world of publishing.
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Bloomsbury's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Bloomsbury Publishing reported total carbon emissions of approximately 85,766,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 136,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 277,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (location-based), and a significant 85,630,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 73,463,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using a 2019/2020 baseline. Additionally, Bloomsbury is targeting a 20% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 2035, also based on the 2019/2020 levels. These targets align with the Paris Agreement and are classified as consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In 2023, Bloomsbury's total emissions were approximately 84,126,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase from the previous year. The breakdown for 2023 included 165,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 290,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and 83,931,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Overall, Bloomsbury Publishing is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility within the publishing industry.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 951,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,128,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 15,686,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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