Ziff Davis Publishes Inaugural ESG Report: A New Standard for Digital Media
CEO Vivek Shah Outlines Five Critical ESG Pillars and First-Ever Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Ziff Davis, Inc. recently issued its first-ever Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report. This inaugural document marks a significant milestone in the company’s sustainability journey. It features findings from the company’s first greenhouse gas inventory and provides updated demographic data to improve transparency.
Aligning with Global Standards The report reflects ongoing efforts to align with the world’s leading reporting frameworks. Specifically, Ziff Davis is following the standards set by:
- GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)
- SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board)
- TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)
Five Critical ESG Issues CEO Vivek Shah emphasized that the company is operating with the highest standards of ethics and integrity. According to the report, Ziff Davis is focusing its efforts on five core areas:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Building a more representative global workforce.
- Environmental Sustainability: Reducing the corporate carbon footprint.
- Community Engagement: Supporting the local areas where the company operates.
- Data Security and Privacy: Protecting user information in the digital age.
- Governance: Ensuring strong leadership and corporate oversight.
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Measuring Carbon Impact A major highlight of the report is the company’s first greenhouse gas inventory. This study calculates Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Furthermore, Ziff Davis has committed to developing a science-based emissions reduction target to guide its future growth.
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