- Physical effects of climate change (droughts, floods, wildfires, etc.) may impact TEGNA’s assets.
- Transition to a low-carbon economy may bring risks (e.g., carbon pricing) and opportunities (e.g., energy efficiency cost savings).
- Prevalence of misinformation.
TEGNA Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2021 reporting, TEGNA Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 232.8K tCO2e (2020). By scope: Scope 1: 12.1K tCO2e (2020); Scope 2: 62.7K tCO2e (2020); Scope 3: 158.0K tCO2e (2020). 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
232.8K tCO2e (2020)
2021
📊 Emissions by Scope (2021)
| 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). | 12.1K tCO2e (2020) |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 62.7K tCO2e (2020) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 158.0K tCO2e (2020) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 232.8K tCO2e (2020) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Completed a comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions inventory for scopes 1, 2, and 3.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Corporate GovernanceEnvironmentDiversity, Equity & InclusionSocial ImpactEmployee Health & SafetyJournalistic Integrity