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Future

Future plc, commonly known as Future, is a leading media company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1985, Future has established a strong presence in the digital media and publishing industry, with significant operations across the UK, the US, and Australia. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes technology, gaming, and lifestyle publications, as well as a robust suite of digital marketing services. Future's core offerings encompass high-quality content creation, digital advertising, and e-commerce solutions, setting it apart through its innovative approach and audience engagement strategies. With notable achievements such as multiple award-winning publications and a strong market position, Future continues to thrive as a key player in the media landscape, driving growth and delivering value to its clients and audiences alike.

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60

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Media Production industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

25

Industry Benchmark

Future's score of 60 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Future's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Future's carbon emissions in Great Britain totalled approximately 116,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 84,750 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based). The total emissions for Scope 1 and 2 combined reached approximately 200,750 kg CO2e. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, although no data for Scope 3 emissions has been disclosed. Future has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, which is a crucial step in understanding and managing its carbon footprint. In comparison, in 2023, Future reported approximately 144,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 178,560 kg CO2e for Scope 2 in Great Britain, indicating a potential increase in emissions in 2024. The company’s revenue for 2024 was approximately USD 1.06 billion, suggesting a need for ongoing efforts to align growth with sustainable practices. Future's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and the need for future commitments to reduce carbon emissions in line with industry standards.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
334,000
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Scope 3
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000,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Future's primary industry is Printed matter and recorded media (22), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Future is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Future 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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