- Turbulent global context marked by international events impacting business prospects (war in Ukraine, conflict in the Middle East, economic slowdown, inflation, rising interest rates)
- ESG risks (environmental, social, and governance factors)
Promotora de Informaciones S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Promotora de Informaciones S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 135.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 82% of Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 3.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 2.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 135.0K tCO2e/year (82% reported). 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
135.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 82% of Scope 3)
2023
Renewable Energy
66% of total energy use
of total energy
Water Usage
54.6K m3/year
2023
Waste
2.3K tons/year (non-hazardous) + 14.45 tons/year (hazardous)
2023
Energy Use
27.93 GWh/year
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). | 3.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 2.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 135.0K tCO2e/year (82% reported) |
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 | 135.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 2 and 82% of Scope 3) |
| 2021 | 3.8K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2020 | 619 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 5683 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 27484 tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2019 | 15.1K tCO2e/year (Scope 1+2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 66% renewable energy consumption with Guarantees of Origin (39% in 2022)
- Saving of 100 tonnes of CO2 by self-consumption of photovoltaic energy at the headquarters of El País in Madrid
- 98% of consumption of renewable energy in Spain
- Design of the first Environmental Management Plan for the PRISA Group
- Obtaining the Seal of the Ministry for Ecological Transition for the PRISA Scope 1 and 2 Footprint Registry in Spain
- Commitment to the SBTi initiative (Science Based Targets)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve climate neutrality by 2035
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Committed governanceImpact on students, schools, audience and societyResponsible managementClimate change mitigationDiversity and equalityData security and privacyResponsible supply chain