Pearson PLC 2019 AR2
The report highlights Pearson's transition toward becoming a digital, platform-based learning company, with digital and digitally-enabled revenues accounting for 66% of its total sales in 2019. Despite challenges in the US Higher Education Courseware market, the company achieved a 6% increase in underlying adjusted operating profit to #581m. Pearson launched its new 2030 Sustainability Strategy, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on advancing equity in learning, building skills for sustainable futures, and leading by example. Additionally, the company reduced its global greenhouse gas emissions by 14% compared to 2018 and achieved its 2020 environmental targets early.
Company: Pearson PLC
Sector: Media & publishing
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2019
Type: AR2
Pages: 212
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Pearson PLC
Annual Report And Accounts
The report highlights Pearson's transition toward becoming a digital, platform-based learning company, with digital and digitally-enabled revenues accounting for 66% of its total sales in 2019. Despite challenges in the US Higher Education Courseware market, the company achieved a 6% increase in underlying adjusted operating profit to #581m. Pearson launched its new 2030 Sustainability Strategy, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on advancing equity in learning, building skills for sustainable futures, and leading by example. Additionally, the company reduced its global greenhouse gas emissions by 14% compared to 2018 and achieved its 2020 environmental targets early.
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Document Details
Report Year
2019
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2019 - Dec 31, 2019
Fiscal Year
2019
Published
Mar 6, 2020
Type
Annual Report with Sustainability Disclosures
Language
English
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Women on Board
Women in Management
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Employees