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National Public Radio, Inc.

National Public Radio, Inc. (commonly known as NPR) is a prominent American media organisation headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1970, NPR has established itself as a leader in the public broadcasting industry, providing high-quality news, cultural programming, and educational content to audiences across the nation. With a strong presence in major operational regions, NPR delivers a diverse range of core services, including radio broadcasts, podcasts, and digital content. Its unique approach to storytelling and commitment to journalistic integrity have garnered numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a trusted source of information. Notable achievements include pioneering innovative audio formats and expanding its reach through partnerships with local member stations. NPR continues to shape the landscape of public media, engaging listeners with compelling narratives and in-depth analysis.

DitchCarbon Score

How does National Public Radio, Inc.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

National Public Radio, Inc.'s score of 23 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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National Public Radio, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

National Public Radio, Inc. (NPR), headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As such, specific figures regarding their carbon footprint, including Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions, are not provided. In the absence of detailed emissions data, it is important to note that NPR has not outlined any specific reduction targets or initiatives related to carbon emissions. This lack of information suggests that while NPR may be aware of the importance of climate commitments, they have not yet formalised or disclosed any measurable goals or strategies in this area. As the media industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, NPR's future climate commitments and potential initiatives will be crucial in aligning with broader environmental goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. National Public Radio, Inc.'s primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 National Public Radio, Inc. is in US, 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.

National Public Radio, Inc. 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
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