Taylor & Francis has announced the release of its first sustainable impact report, Publishing with purpose , highlighting its commitment to sustainability, equity, and accessibility in scholarly publishing.
The report showcases the international publisher’s progress in reducing its environmental footprint, advancing equitable access to knowledge, supporting the global journey toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and creating a positive impact on local communities.
The path to net zero
Reaffirming its commitment to decarbonization and waste reduction, Taylor & Francis outlines significant progress in sustainable digital publishing, plastic-free packaging, and optimizing its book supply chain. Key achievements include:
Championing sustainable development
The report underscores Taylor & Francis’ role in fostering human progress through knowledge by publishing research and ideas that can improve lives. In every publishing portfolio, from education and social justice to science and medicine, a vast range of specialist resources are helping to advance the SDGs and tackle today’s greatest challenges, including:
Equity and participation in publishing
With the goal of enhancing access to research, Taylor & Francis outlines a range of initiatives that are bringing down barriers to knowledge, such as income or visual impairment. Since 2020, the publisher has delivered £17 million in value through access initiatives, including:
Taylor & Francis also supports researchers in resource-constrained regions to publish their own work, with initiatives such as:
Supporting communities
The final section of the impact report illustrates the direct involvement of Taylor & Francis staff in their local communities through fundraising, charity partnerships, donations, and volunteering. Examples highlighted include:
Stuart Blackley, Executive Vice President of Operations at Taylor & Francis, said: “This new report highlights the remarkable progress achieved by colleagues across the organization with a shared commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive future. By reducing our environmental footprint, championing equitable access to knowledge, and supporting the global journey toward the SDGs, we are proud to play a meaningful role in addressing the urgent challenges of our time.”