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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, RTL Group 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 contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 383,488,000 kg CO2e. Notably, the company has set an ambitious target to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, aiming to reduce total emissions by more than 50% compared to the 2018 baseline. This commitment encompasses both company-related emissions (Scope 1 and 2) and emissions from the production of its programmes and products (Scope 3). In previous years, RTL Group's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 178,900,000 kg CO2e; in 2021, they were approximately 150,000,000 kg CO2e; and in 2020, around 159,800,000 kg CO2e. The company is actively working towards its reduction goals, with a clear focus on sustainability and climate responsibility.
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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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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.
