Pearson PLC 2021 AR2
The report highlights Pearson's strategic, operational, and financial progress in 2021, including the launch of its direct-to-consumer service, Pearson+, and the acquisition of workforce AI company Faethm. The company refreshed its ESG framework, establishing three sustainable business pillars and reaffirming its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Financially, Pearson delivered 8% underlying sales growth and a 33% increase in adjusted operating profit. Additionally, the company surpassed its carbon reduction targets, achieving a 26% reduction in total emissions against its 2018 baseline.
Company: Pearson PLC
Sector: Media & publishing
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2021
Type: AR2
Pages: 123
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Pearson PLC
Annual Report And Accounts
The report highlights Pearson's strategic, operational, and financial progress in 2021, including the launch of its direct-to-consumer service, Pearson+, and the acquisition of workforce AI company Faethm. The company refreshed its ESG framework, establishing three sustainable business pillars and reaffirming its commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. Financially, Pearson delivered 8% underlying sales growth and a 33% increase in adjusted operating profit. Additionally, the company surpassed its carbon reduction targets, achieving a 26% reduction in total emissions against its 2018 baseline.
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Document Details
Report Year
2021
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021
Fiscal Year
2021
Published
Mar 8, 2022
Type
Annual Report with Sustainability Disclosures
Language
English
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Materiality Assessment
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Energy Consumption
Renewable Energy
Water Consumption
Total Waste
Women on Board
Women in Management
Workplace Fatalities
Net Zero Target
Employees