- Decline in digital referral traffic from major platforms.
- Macroeconomic uncertainty impacting advertising spend and costs.
- Structural decline in print revenue.
- Increased online abuse towards journalists.
Reach plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Reach plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 10.8K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) + 197924 tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 3.3K tCO2e; Scope 2: 9.8K tCO2e; Scope 3: 197.9K tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
10.8K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) + 197924 tCO2e (Scope 3)
2023
Water Usage
19.7K m3
2023
Waste
1.0K tons (hazardous waste from print sites)
2023
Energy Use
43.6M kWh (electricity) + 14161559 kWh (gas)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 3.3K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 9.8K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 197.9K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 10.8K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) + 197924 tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2022 | 3.5K tCO2e (Scope 1) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Installed 9,000 sq m of solar panels at three print sites, reducing carbon footprint and energy dependence.
- Achieved 77% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions versus 2019 baseline.
- Baselined full Scope 3 GHG emissions for the first time.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce GHG emissions (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) by 75% by 2025 versus 2019 baseline.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net zero emissions (target year not specified).
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero emissions (target year not specified).
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeDiversity & InclusionGovernanceEmployee wellbeingSupply chain responsibility