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1、2024NOTE ABOUT FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis Impact Report includes estimates,projections and statements regarding environmental,social and governance-related plans,objectives and goals that are“forward-looking statements”within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995,Se
2、ction 27A of the Securities Act of 1933,and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934(the“Exchange Act”).Forward-looking statements may appear throughout this report.These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words“believe,”“project,”“expect,”“anticipate,”“estimate,”“i
3、ntend,”“potential,”“strategy,”“future,”“opportunity,”“commit,”“plan,”“goal,”“may,”“should,”“could,”“would,”“will,”“continue,”“will likely result”and similar expressions.Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties that may c
4、ause actual results to differ materially.In evaluating these statements,you should consider various factors,including the risks and uncertainties we describe in the“Risk Factors”sections of our Forms 10-K and 10-Q and other reports we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission(“SEC”).The inclu
5、sion of forward-looking and other statements in this Impact Report is not an indication that they are necessarily material to investors or required to be disclosed in our filings with the SEC.Such statements may contain estimates,make assumptions based on developing standards that may change and pro
6、vide aspirations and commitments that are not intended to be promises or guarantees.Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and such other statements,which speak only as of the date they are made.We undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forw
7、ard-looking or such other statements,whether because of new information,future events or otherwise.Cover:CodePath students in AtlantaTable of ContentsA Message From Brian L.Roberts&Dalila Wilson-Scott01Project UPConnectivity and AdoptionSkills and CreativityEntrepreneurialismVolunteerism0203111720En
8、vironmentProgressOperationsNetworkOur Voice4445495558DE&IEmployeesCultureContentDiversity Data2223263237Comcast employees in Philadelphia2024IMPACTREPORT 01Weve accelerated our efforts to close the digital divide and open doors to economic mobility throughProject UP,our$1 billion initiative to conne
9、ct people to the Internet and create opportunities for the next generation.In 2023,we advanced our longstanding commitment to help more people get and stay online by supporting national and local nonprofits that provide training and career development forlearners at all levels.With nearly all jobs t
10、oday requiring a digital skill,these programs are critical to creating pathways to economic success.We are proud of how our platforms and resources help drive impact,from piloting American Sign Language in our retail stores to curating multicultural content collections.ThroughSky Up AcademyandNBCU A
11、cademy,weve helped thousands of young people gain essential skills in media literacy and storytelling.AndComcast RISEhas supported the growth of 13,500 small businesses since it launched three years ago.As we mark Comcasts 60thanniversary,our commitment to working within communities and to building
12、a more equitable,inclusive,and sustainable world has never been sharper.A Message from Brian L.Roberts&Dalila Wilson-ScottMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTAn inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute remains a top priority.Initiatives such as Mental Health Week,DE&I
13、Day,and our DE&I Speaker Series help to foster understanding,awareness,and allyship and strengthen our dynamic culture of belonging.At the same time,we are diligently looking for ways to reduce our carbon footprint and address climate change driving energy efficiency across ournetwork andimplementin
14、g sustainable practices in our operations.One highlight is the launch ofourGreenerLight Program,which incorporates sustainability throughout the filmmaking process,from script to screen.We are deeply grateful to our dedicated teammates and partners for their ongoing work within our communities to sh
15、ape and imagine an extraordinary future.Dalila Wilson-ScottExecutive Vice President&ChiefDiversity Officer,Comcast Corporation;President,Comcast NBCUniversal FoundationBrian L.RobertsChairman&Chief Executive Officer,Comcast CorporationPROJECT UPWere helping to build a future of unlimited possibiliti
16、es.Backed by a$1 billion commitment,Project UP deepens the impact of our efforts to connect people to the Internet,deliver digital skills,create new career pathways in media and technology,and support entrepreneurs.2024 IMPACT REPORT 02MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTSERJobs Digital Navigator Michae
17、l Frazier and Kenneth Harvey in HoustonConnectivity and AdoptionOur commitment to connecting more people to the Internet is longstanding and unwavering.Through our initiatives,partnerships,and investments,we work to help create a more equitable world.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPOR
18、T 03We are committed to getting more Americans connected.One way we do this is by building broadband infrastructure and investing in local community organizations.This builds on the work Comcast has done for many years to collaborate with state and local governments,elected officials,and community l
19、eaders toward our shared goal of Internet adoption and closing geographic gaps in broadband coverage.Over the past five years,Comcast has achieved the following:Beyond the BuildBiola Community Services District in Biola,Calif.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 04“Deep investments in
20、broadband infrastructure,local communities,and digital equity partnerships are removing barriers to connectivity for everyone.”Broderick Johnson,Executive Vice President,Public Policy&Executive Vice President,Digital Equity,Comcast Corporationinvested to evolve and grow our networkhomes and business
21、es serviced with multi-gig speeds in more than 55 markets15M$20BWe are actively engaging in public-private partnerships that support widespread deployment and adoption of the Internet,especially in under-resourced areas.Here are just a few examples:Building Impact Around the CountryComcast invested$
22、1 million to bring high-speed broadband services to Biola,a rural farming community in the Central Valley that is one of the most under-resourced regions in the state.Beyond the build:Donated 250 laptops to students and families and opened three newLift Zones,which provide free WiFi access,in the Ce
23、ntral Valley region.What it means:Provided Biola residential and business customers with access to high-speed Internet,allXfinity services,and the full suite ofComcast Businessproducts and services.Community partnerships:Supported local organizations Fresno State Parent University and Reading and Be
24、yond to increase digital literacy and work readiness skills.Chattaroy,WAEstacada,ORBiola,CACharlotte,MICorcoran,MNLeo Cedarville,INSpring Hill,KSGypsum,COStrasburg,VAParrottsville,TNWaller County,TXCape Coral,FLTwin City,GACrescent City,FLHampton County,SCLas Vegas,NMEagle Mountain City,UTBaltimore
25、County,MDSt.Marys County,MDSharon,CTDauphin County,PAMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 05Sussex County,DEFeatured:Biola,Calif.Digital Navigators are trusted community members who help people sign up for Internet services and gain digital skills.Here are some of the ways we are suppo
26、rting these networks around the country.Expanding the National Digital Navigator NetworkGarland Coleman is a Digital Navigator who assists visitors at one of the Chicago Public Library branches with tasks like how to scan a document or look for a job online.He helps members of the community feel con
27、fident using the Internet to enhance their lives.Ms.Jo Ethel Campbell,a 72-year-old from Houston,received help from Digital Navigator Fernando Prez to schedule and attend telehealth appointments.“Now I feel very comfortable about doing it on my own,”she says.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPA
28、CT REPORT 06In 2023,we deepened our connections with our partners,such as:Community College of Baltimore County(CCBC)trained and hired students as Digital Navigators.United Way chapters of Southwestern Pennsylvania and of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey expanded the Digital Navigator ne
29、twork from one county to nine across Pennsylvania.in grants for connectivity and adoption258organizations supported$13.6MLGBT Technology Institute launched a Digital Navigator program that serves the LGBTQ+population nationally.TheSoutheast Asian Mutual Assistance Association Coalitionin Philadelphi
30、a offers services for immigrants,refugees,and other historically marginalized communities.With our support,they performed outreach to immigrants and refugees focused on increasing broadband awareness.Combined Arms offers resources that enhance the quality of life for veterans and military-connected
31、individuals.Since partnering in 2021,Comcast has supported its digital equity efforts by launching a Lift Zone in their downtown Houston location,volunteering through Team UP,and providing grant funding for their Connectivity and Support program.TheChinese American Service Leaguein Chicago provides
32、social services support for the entire family,from child care services and workforce development to in-home senior care.With our support,they secured new laptops for English-as-a-second-language and citizenship test training,and renovated their adult day services program.Partner Organizations Focus
33、on Broadband AdoptionMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 07We support local and national organizations that promote digital equity.Increasing Access to WiFiLift Zones offer free Internet access and many also offer essential digital services in neighborhood locations like community cen
34、ters and recreation facilities.By the end of 2023,Comcast had installed more than 1,250 Lift Zones around the country.In Europe,Sky expanded its Sky Up Hubs,which provide community access to the Internet,from the United Kingdom to Italy and Ireland.In 2023,25%of beneficiaries came to the Hubs becaus
35、e they didnt have WiFi at home.Boston Centers for Youth&Families,Hyde Park,Mass.This center houses one of Comcasts 36 Lift Zones throughout the area,supporting senior citizens and multigenerational populations.“Were passionate about using our innovation and creativity to help people fulfill their po
36、tential by creating opportunities and boosting digital equity throughout our communities.”Fiona Ball,Group Director,Bigger Picture&Sustainability,SkySky Up Hub,Milan,ItalySky opened its first Hub in Milan in partnership with the Center for Helping Minors and Families in Crisis.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IE
37、NVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 08MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 09Hispanic Heritage Foundation partnered with Comcast NBCUniversal and Telemundo to advance digital equity and build skills within Latino communities across the country.Since 2020,we have donated a total of 10,000 lapt
38、ops to Latino youth and community organizations through this partnership.“At Telemundo,we takeimmense pride in our community,fostering connectivity and seeking to create possibilities for the families we serve.”Christina Kolbjornsen,Senior Vice President,Corporate&External Affairs,NBCUniversal Telem
39、undo EnterprisesExpanding Public-Private PartnershipsThroughout 2023,Sky continued to partner with the local government in England,alongside social impact agency Spectra,to provide career supportto young people who have been in foster care.This support included careerand well-being events with worki
40、ng professionalsand keynote speakers.Comcast is working to support the growth of a digital equity national service through the American Connection Corps(ACC),which is an AmeriCorps program.ACC places individuals in digitally disconnected communities,including many rural areas,where they serve as act
41、ive collaborators to advance digital skills.Universal Orlando has partnered with Wendover Housing Partners and Orange County for a major affordable housing project in Florida.Universal has also donated 20 acres of land for Catchlight Crossings,an affordable housing community.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENV
42、IRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 10“Its never been clearer how interconnected our efforts are to close the digital divide and help more people excel in an increasingly digital world.”Dalila Wilson-Scott,Executive Vice President&Chief Diversity Officer,Comcast Corporation;President,Comcast NBCUniversal Fou
43、ndationCodePath aims to create an inclusive pipeline of engineers,chief technology officers,and founders through its courses and career support.Skills and CreativityWe are committed to supporting pathways to training and resources that will enable all people to use digital tools to build a rewarding
44、 career,express their creativity,and thrive in todays connected world.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 11Partners Making a DifferenceClosing the Digital Divide Through PartnershipsToday,92%of jobs available require digital skills yet nearly one-third of U.S.workers lack the opportu
45、nities to build these skills,according to a report from the National Skills Coalition(NSC).Comcast has partnered with the NSC to educate local,state,and national decision-makers about the benefits of investments that aim to help close the divide.In 2023,Comcast Corporation awarded more than$25 milli
46、on to hundreds of community organizations nationwide to specifically support digital skills programs and partnerships working to build a more equitable workforce.For instance,as part of our partnership with Per Scholas,which provides tech training to adult learners,we are helping to scale the organi
47、zation in 15 markets.Since 2021,our support has helped 5,686 learners get jobs and created$320 million in economic impact.We support CodePath,which provides advanced computer skills and mentorship to young adults to extend their network of postgraduation support.Comcast supported the launch of Hispa
48、nic Federations Latino Digital Equity Centers Initiative.Over the past year,more than 5,000 individuals have completed digital skills training,and nearly 2,000 of them have received either a salary increase or job placement.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 12Instructor and Per Scho
49、las alumnus Bolaji Saibu is now Vice President of Product&Tech Development for the organization.Kevin Butler was drawn to computers since he was a child.Without Internet access at home,he went to a local library to get online.There he discovered Internet Essentials,which connected him to affordable,
50、high-speed broadband.This led him to The Hidden Genius Project,a partner that trains and mentors Black male youth in technology and entrepreneurship.Today,Kevin leads his own digital marketing business,TechZen,to help fund his bachelors degree in computer science.Wafi Ishmam was an intern with Ameri
51、ca On Tech,a partner that helps those from underserved communities build their technology skills,whenhe heard about NBCUniversals Media Tech Internship Program.He immediately applied and was accepted as an intern,which led him to a full-time job as a Media Tech Associate at NBCUniversal.“America On
52、Techs data science fellowship gave me a foundational understanding of data science and analytics and the NBCUniversal internship gave me the exposure to projects in data analytics that made me see data engineering as a long-term career path,”he says.Kevin Butler:Connection MattersWafi Ishmam:From In
53、tern to EmployeeKevin Butler,Alumnus,The Hidden Genius ProjectMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 13The 2023 Project UP Summit brought together 250 nonprofit and community leaders to discuss opportunities to advance digital equity.The Summit,which focused on the power of community,hel
54、ped attendees deepen their relationships with each other,discover new ways to collaborate,and gain insights.Shining a Light on Leaders2Michael Smith,CEO,AmeriCorps,and Benya Beacom,Co-Founder,Lead for AmericaDiego Mariscal,CEO,2Gether-InternationalJokim Bryant,Alumnus,The Hidden Genius ProjectJaime
55、Gloshay,Co-Founder,Native Women LeadMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 14MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 15The Creative Impact Lab provides grants to nonprofit creative agencies that employ apprentices from underrepresented communities and commissions them to creat
56、e marketing assets for nonprofits that seek to better tell their stories.Along the way,NBCUniversal employees provide creative guidance and feedback to the apprentices,with the final assets amplified across the Comcast NBCUniversal portfolio.The Lab will continue to expand internationally,extending
57、this volunteer opportunity to NBCUniversal creative employees in the United Kingdom.Creative Impact Labs Unique ApproachEmpowers undergraduates of color with affinity-based learning and early exposure to diversify underrepresented fields like education,increasing representation of Black,Indigenous,a
58、nd people of color in the creative and tech pipelines.Creative agency:PhillyCAMUses video game design,development,DevOps,and mixed media to engage,prepare,and train low-income youth and youth of color ages 15-25 for careers in the tech,gaming,and entertainment industries.Creative agency:Venice ArtsG
59、ameheads,Oakland,Calif.Summer House Institute,Philadelphia,Pa.Gameheads and Venice Arts“By being able to recruit and retain female and genderqueer students in the game development youth program,more of these students will be equipped with the skill sets and resources to diversify the game developmen
60、t and tech-related industries.”Damon PackwoodCreator&Executive Director,Gameheadsin media inventory donatedapprentices engaged66nonprofits served20+$7MWe continue to bring new voices into the journalism,media,and film industries.NBCU Academy our free,award-winning program that trains the next genera
61、tion of journalists celebrated its third anniversary by introducing new programs that complement its flagship initiatives.In early 2024 it launched The Storytellers Program,which pairs early-career journalists with an NBC News reporter,correspondent,or executive.NBCU Academy and NBC News Studios Ori
62、ginal Voices program have launched the Original Voices Accelerator,a six-month intensive fellowship for U.S.-based student filmmakers and critics.The program pairs college students with an experienced mentor and grants funds to support the development of their projects.As part of Sky Up Academy Stud
63、ios,students go behind the scenes in a TV studio to develop their digital storytelling and gain insight into a media career.Another Sky program is The Edit,delivered in partnership with Adobe,which gives students the tools to complete a digital storytelling challenge.In 2023,nearly 44,000 students r
64、egistered.Youth Learning About Careers in Media MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 16MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTIn 2023,LIFT Labs,which connects founders with leaders and experts across Comcast to explore long-term partnerships,added 18 enterprise-ready artificial intelligence(A
65、I)startups to their portfolio through two theme-based accelerators focused on Generative AI and AI for the enterprise.EntrepreneurialismSmall businesses create the fabric of our communities and power the engines of our economy,and startups are at the forefront of exploring emerging technologies.Thro
66、ugh our programs and partners,we support ways for entrepreneurs to access tools and resources that help them thrive.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 17Comcast RISE was created in 2020 to help small businesses hardest hit by the pandemic recover and thrive.Using learnings from our f
67、irst phase,we proudly brought Comcast RISE back in an expanded form in 2023 to focus on growth as small businesses transitioned from pandemic recovery.Comcast continues its efforts and helps an even broader range of small businesses,while continuing to focus on diversity,inclusion,and community inve
68、stment.Expanding Access to Small-Business OwnershipMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 18Bertony Faustin,Portland,Ore.Abbey Creek Vineyard is a winery where people gather to drink wine,listen to hip hop,and make new friends.Grace Hsia Haberl,Ann Arbor,Mich.Warmilu has developed nonele
69、ctric recyclable infant warming blankets made from nontoxic and non-hazardous materials.entrepreneurs supported13,500in monetary,marketing,and technology grants awarded to recipients+$125MBenn Roe,Philadelphia,Pa.Redcaps Corner is a tabletop gaming mecca committed to serving the LGBTQ+and womens gam
70、ing communities.We support organizations that help current and future entrepreneurs build the skills they need to achieve long-term growth.With our support,BUILD.orghas recently launched the FamBiz CEO Simulation Game.This educator-led,free entrepreneurship game has reached over 40,000 students in j
71、ust two months.We partner with Prospera,a nonprofit that specializes in providing bilingual assistance to Hispanic entrepreneurs working to establish or expand their businesses in Florida.We support 2Gether-International,which offers programs for disabled founders of early-stage,high-growth tech sta
72、rtups.Investing in Entrepreneurs of TomorrowMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 19Through Team UP,and in partnership with Easterseals,Comcast employees volunteered with a Philadelphia high school to adapt a dancing Minion toy to make it more accessible for children with disabilities.V
73、olunteerismWe aim to create long-lasting change in our communities,and each year,our volunteerism programs continue to gain momentum and create impact.Whether teaching digital skills to seniors or stocking a food pantry,our teammates feel impassioned about supporting people and partners in our commu
74、nities.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 20Volunteerism doesnt just positively impact our communities;it provides a chance for teammates to step up as leaders in our company,and in the world.Embracing Community ServiceMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 21As part of C
75、omcasts Team UP Leader Network,employees will serve two-year terms working within their departments,teams,and employee resource groups to bring volunteer events and projects to life.The NBCUnites Ambassador Program allows employees to become service leaders within their businesses by coordinating at
76、 least one volunteer project annually for a local nonprofit.In 2023,Sky celebrated the success of its Sky Up program with an event in Manchester,United Kingdom.This brought together volunteers and leaders from Sky along with the local community being supported through the Hubs and Academy programs.T
77、eam UP leader Marie Lanzalotti with a Per Scholas learnerNBCUnites at Hour Children Community Food Pantry in Queens,NYSky Up panel in Manchesteron creating opportunities for young peopleemployees volunteeredhours volunteereddonated through theComcast NBCUniversal Matching Gift Program$6M 25K+220K+DE
78、&IWe are proud to reaffirm our longstanding commitment to embracing diversity of background,culture,experience,and skills to create opportunities for all throughout our business.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 22MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTAs part of the Comcast campaign Desig
79、ned With,thousands of Comcast technologists create innovative products that put connecting people at the center.LoEmployees2024 IMPACT REPORT 23The innovation created by an inclusive,diverse,and engaged workforce is limitless.Whether in the office or behind the camera,we continue to evaluate what wo
80、rks and find new ways to create a sense of belonging and provide pathways for personal and professional growth for all.Learning and DevelopmentTalent Catalyst provides teammates with resources to help them increase exposure to different business areas and creates opportunities for career growth.Our
81、rotating national Employee Advisory Council opens the lines of communication,enabling teammates to provide input and create stronger engagement.Through a partnership with SpeakHaus,Comcast leaders can hone their communications skills with their teams and external audiences.EXCEL,a leadership develop
82、ment program,brings leaders from across the corporation together to share experiencesand learn.CoachDiversity helpsdirectors and aboveacross our U.S.-based connectivity and platforms businessesget access to executive coaching earlier in their career journey.EXCELs Leadership Summit highlights leader
83、s creating change.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 24“Together we are fostering a more inclusive workplace and ensuring that everyone can contribute and connect in a meaningful,authentic way.”Loren Hudson,Senior Vice President&Chief Diversity Officer,ComcastInclusive Leadership in
84、ActionHiring Our Heroes FellowsComcast partners with Hiring Our Heroes,a professional development program that connects service members,veterans,and military spouses with fellowships,which often lead to employment.In 2023,we welcomed our 11th cohort of fellows.Edgar FelicianoU.S.Army Jennifer BassU.
85、S.Army Abigail TassaU.S.Army Jeanine BenjaminU.S.Navy James CabarrusU.S.Marine Corps“At Comcast,we value the incredible diversity and undeniable talent of the military community that helps propel our company forward.”Mona Dexter,Vice President,Military&Veteran Affairs,ComcastWe have been named a 5-S
86、tar Employer in the2023 VETS Indexes Employer Awards,Best for Vets Employer by Military Times,and a Top 10 Military Friendly Brand by Victory Media.As of 2023,we have hired 21,000 military-connected employees.Learning from others who have taken a similar path can be transformative.Across our busines
87、ses,External Diversity Advisory Councils provide a forum where company leaders and outside experts come together to support our diversity,equity,and inclusion(DE&I)work.We offer employees opportunities to participate in a broad range of external programming:At the Ascend leadership training,led by A
88、scend National Board Member Kristin Yoshida,we brought together Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander(AANHPI)leaders and allies to connect,grow,and network.Any midcareer professional with a desire to learn skills that drive higher work performance had a chance to attend the Latino Lead
89、ership Intensive led by Dr.Robert Rodriguez and Angel Gomez.In partnership with the learning organization Emeritus,more than 100 leaders across Comcast NBCUniversal and Universal Parks&Resorts participated in the 12-week Emeritus Women in Leadership program.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPAC
90、T REPORT 25MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTThe Womens Network employee resource group(ERG)in California,as part of Team UP,partnered with volunteers from Women Build and Habitat for Humanity to make an impact in their community.CultureWe bring our shared DE&I values to life by engaging in meaningful
91、 dialogue and celebrating the unique contributions of all experiences and skills.We recognize that differences can make us stronger as a business and as a society and this is clearly reflected in how we operate.2024 IMPACT REPORT 26We harness our resources to advance programs and initiatives that pu
92、t fostering an inclusive workplace at center stage.Employee resource groups(ERGs)are a vital part of our organization.Across our businesses,members volunteer,attend educational events,participate in thought-provoking conversations,and foster a sense of community.The cross-enterprise Mental Health We
93、ek features events hosted by Comcast NBCUniversals MyAbilities and Skys Body&Mind ERGs that promote awareness and provide tools for building resilience and understanding.The Be Inclusive Learning Toolkit gives teammates tips for practicing inclusion and spotlights educational opportunities.Learning
94、From Each OtherOperation Old GloryFounded by a Veterans Network ERG leader,Operation Old Glory is a national program where employees and other volunteers work together to replace worn or damaged flags hanging outside homes or businesses.Our second ERG National Leadership Summit brought together more
95、 than 500 ERG leaders,champions,and partners.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 27Promoting EducationDE&I Speaker SeriesOur internal DE&I Speaker Series educates our teammates and provides space for meaningful dialogue.Here are a few highlights from the 11 virtual and two in-person S
96、peaker Series events in 2023:Across our businesses,we are purposeful about creating ways to reflect and recommit to fostering a more inclusive world.Opal LeeKnown as the“Grandmother of Juneteenth,”activist Opal Lee talked about how she helped preserve African American history and established Junetee
97、nth as a federal holiday.Tammy SmithMajor General Tammy Smith discussed her 35 years in military service,including her experience and impact as the first LGBTQ+General/Flag Officer in the U.S.military.Haben GirmaHuman rights lawyer and disability justice advocate Haben Girma explored how disability
98、creates opportunities for innovation and the importance of actively choosing inclusion.Each year,we come together to celebrate our commitment in action.Comcasts DE&I Day and NBCUniversals Meet the Moment provide a day of learning,where thousands of teammates deepen their understanding and learn from
99、 experts on a wide variety of DE&I topics.Kick It Out promotes inclusion and tackles discrimination in sports.In 2023,Sky extended its partnership with Kick It Out with an extra 1 million supporting additional educational content for clubs and fans,and developed research on issues related to diversi
100、ty,discrimination,and inclusion in sports.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 28“As a leading media and entertainment company,we have the privilege and responsibility to educate our audiences and local communities on timely topics,and highlight authentic perspectives across our progra
101、ms and platforms.”Craig Robinson,Executive Vice President&Chief Diversity Officer,NBCUniversalIn 2023,we came together to collaborate,stretch our thinking,and deepen our impact.Here are a few examples of the manyevents that left participants changed.The Power of ConveningTPX DE&I ShowcaseThe annual
102、Technology,Product,and Experience(TPX)DE&I Showcase featured DE&I councils from across Comcasts TPX team.Technologists highlighted qualities that make our products and services more accessible and inclusive.Women Who Move MountainsLed by the employee group Multiculture at Sky,Women Who Move Mountain
103、s celebrated Black women who have made significant contributions to the science,technology,engineering,and mathematics fields.Pride SummitApproximately 300 LGBTQ+employees and allies gathered for the inaugural Pride Summit,which was led by the Out ERG and included dynamic conversations that explored
104、 authenticity,allyship,and identity.Sky Pride celebration eventMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 29Developing Inclusive Pathways“At Sky,were working hard to champion an inclusive culture and support diverse talent with a range of skills,backgrounds,experiences,and perspectives.”Clau
105、dia Osei-Nsafoah,Chief People Officer UK&I,Group Talent and D&I,SkySky and Mission 44 Careers Experience DayA Sky partnership with Mission 44 supports efforts to scale up small-to medium-sized organizations focused on preventing the disproportionate exclusion of Black,African,Caribbean,Romani,and ot
106、her children from schools.NBCUniversalpartners with IllumiNative,aNative American women-led organization focused on amplifying contemporary Native voices,stories,and issues to advance justice,equity,and self-determination.The Universal Composers Initiative finds artists from traditional as well as n
107、on-conventional backgrounds.To date,its talent has scored feature films,TV/streaming projects,live-action and animated shorts,and public service announcement spots.In 2023,NBC Sports developed a partnership with Making Space,an organization that creates pathways to employment for disabled and overlo
108、oked communities.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 30We continue to support organizations that provide avenues for more people to realize their talent and potential.Comcast NBCUniversals supplier diversity and inclusion program is designed to create an inclusive supply chain process
109、,in which businesses that have historically played a smaller role in our supply chain including small and diverse suppliers have an opportunity to participate.Currently,we have more than 3,000 companies in our small and diverse supplier network across our businesses.Supplier DiversityMartin Rocha,CE
110、O&Founder,CUI TelecommunicationsAfter Martin Rocha left the military,he found a job doing cable installation.Rocha,the son of Mexican immigrants,worked at the company for about eight months.But he wanted control of his own destiny.In August 1994,he launched his own business,CUI Telecommunications.“I
111、t was difficult,”he says,“but I was driven and a little nave and that was a great combination,”he says.He started with two employees.Today,his Birmingham,Alabama,company has over 700 employees and over$100 million in revenues,and takes on work beyond installation to include construction,drop buries,
112、and multidwelling units.He started out working as a Comcast supplier in 2000.Today,the veteran-owned companys work with Comcast represents about 60%of his total business.“With other companies,you take the work and leave,”he says.“But with Comcast,all of these markets grew because of relationships th
113、at we have built and the delivery of promises that weve made and kept.”Comcast was named a Supply Chain Diversity Leader bySupplier.io for our activity with diverse and small businesses.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 31MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTThe Xfinity Large Button Voic
114、e Remote enables customers with vision,mobility,and dexterity impairments to enjoy their Xfinity home entertainment experience more fully.ContentOur platforms help highlight authentic stories,voices,and perspectives on the screen,behind the scenes,and in the content we distribute.2024 IMPACT REPORT
115、32Offering one of the most comprehensive destinations for multicultural entertainment available,we feature curated programming selections for Martin Luther King Jr.Day,Lunar New Year,Black History Month,AANHPI Heritage Month,LGBTQ+Pride Month,Hispanic Heritage Month,Diwali,Native American Heritage M
116、onth,and more.Creating Curated CollectionsAs part of Free This Week,X1,Flex,and Xfinity Internet customers can unlock free content,depending on their plan.In 2023,roughly half of the partners in the collection were community partners,such as OUTtv,Kids Street en Espaol,and the Anime Network.The Blac
117、k Experience,a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment,premiered a new original three-part music docuseries,“In Our DNA:Hip House,”as well as“Black Girls,”a documentary that traces advocacy among Black women.During Xfinitys Hispanic Heritage Month,“Be the Next Story Told”(“El Futuro lo
118、Escribes T”),a multiplatform bilingual campaign led by Telemundo,as well as the mitTV streaming app,were both launched.MSNBC produced and aired “The Culture Is:Indigenous Women,”part of a series highlighting communities of women,which featured Crystal Echo Hawk,founder and CEO of IllumiNative.“The M
119、ore You Know,”NBCUniversals iconic,award-winning public service announcement campaign,has brought timely issues to the forefront of Americans minds for over 30 years.In 2023,the campaign launched new content to inspire dialogue and invite action on topics such as media literacy,food insecurity,mento
120、rship,supporting veterans,reading,and staying physically active.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 33MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 34Voices of the Civil Rights Movement video views by global audiences40M+For 10 years,Comcast NBCUniversalsVoices of the Civil Right
121、s Movement platform has connected global,multigenerational audiences to historical moments and inspiring firsthand accounts from the heroes of the Civil Rights Movement.In 2023,we continued to expand this collection and debuted 11 first-person video interviews on topics ranging from the Freedom Ride
122、s and historically Black colleges and universities to trailblazers in sports and entertainment.The Voices collection winner of two Webby Awards in 2023 is now home to more than 250 historical moments and interviews and is available on Black Experience on Xfinity,in select museums,and free to everyon
123、e at CivRightsV and CivRightsVoices on social media.10 Years of Voices of the Civil Rights MovementWe are dedicated to cultivating inclusion,both in front of and behind the camera.Here are a few highlights from 2023:Reflecting Our Diverse WorldFive scripted original dramas that NBCUniversal premiere
124、d in the fall are led by actors who are Black,Indigenous,or people of color,such as Shanola Hampton who stars in“Found.”The New Focus Fund is a Sky Sports initiative that was created to unlock opportunities in sports production for a wider talent pool and bring new perspectives across Sky Sports cha
125、nnels.“We know we have a critical role to play in representing diverse voices and raising awareness of different perspectives across the entire sports industry.”Jonathan Licht,Managing Director,Sky SportsFocus Features released“Champions,”a film about a basketball team of players with intellectual d
126、isabilities.Telemundo and Billboard teamed up for Latin Women in Music,a new music franchise focused on the impact of women in the music industry.MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 35Default ViewHome ScreenLarge ButtonHigh ContrastWere proud of the work we do to advance disability in
127、clusion.Advancing AccessibilityFor the fifth consecutive year,Comcast NBCUniversal has been named a Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability.!Sky Q Digital Remote ControlSky Kids launched a new channel featuring 100%subtitled content and more than 20%audio description.F
128、or those in the United Kingdom,Sky Q customers now have access to a touch-screen digital remote control that adapts to their needs,either with larger font,color contrast,or a screen reader.In 2023,our Xfinity retail stores in Greater Philadelphia rolled out a pilot program that provides American Sig
129、n Language for customers,marking a significant step toward creating a more inclusive retail environment for deaf and hard of hearing customers.At Universal Destinations&Experiences,attractions include sensory-friendly shows,closed captioning options,and Braille menus.Nearly 70%of the attractions and
130、 rides at Universal Orlando Resort,including Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure,have been designed to enable guests to either remain in their own wheelchair or seamlessly transfer into a modified-ride vehicle.Universal Studios FloridaMESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT
131、 36MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTWorkforce Diversity DataGovernanceSupplier DiversityCommunity ImpactNBCUniversal ProgrammingEmployee Resource GroupsDiversity Awards and RecognitionDiversity Data384040404243412024 IMPACT REPORT 37The workforce diversity data incorporated in this reportisfor women
132、and people of color at Comcast NBCUniversal only.The included metrics are reflective of our U.S.full-time employees.*Workforce Diversity Data*36.4%37.1%Total Workforce20212022Black/African AmericanWomenPeople of ColorAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous an
133、d Native American2+Races18.3%7.5%15.4%0.4%3.4%17.2%8.1%16.6%0.4%3.4%45.0%45.7%37.1%202316.4%8.5%17.4%0.4%3.6%46.3%MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENT2024 IMPACT REPORT 38People of ColorBlack/African AmericanAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous and Native Amer
134、ican2+Races202323.1%8.2%7.8%5.3%0.2%1.6%37.8%2021Executive Leadership Team*2022Women19.3%7.0%6.4%4.6%0.2%1.1%35.8%21.1%7.5%7.3%5.0%0.2%1.1%37.5%People of ColorBlack/African AmericanAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous and Native American2+Races202326.2%6.1
135、%9.5%8.4%0.1%2.1%45.3%20222021WomenVice Presidents(VPs)and Above6.0%8.8%8.4%0.1%2.0%25.3%43.7%5.8%8.3%7.6%0.2%1.9%23.8%41.8%People of Color*Black/African AmericanAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous and Native American2+Races202332.0%6.7%13.2%9.2%0.3%2.6%4
136、4.5%20212022Women29.4%6.8%12.1%7.8%0.3%2.5%43.5%30.9%6.6%12.7%8.8%0.2%2.5%44.2%DirectorsPeople of Color*Black/African AmericanAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous and Native American2+Races202338.4%8.5%11.9%14.8%0.2%3.1%43.7%20212022WomenManagers36.1%9.1%1
137、0.6%13.1%0.3%3.0%43.2%37.8%8.7%11.6%14.4%0.2%2.9%43.9%MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTEthnic diversity numbers may not sum to total due to rounding.Our Executive Leadership Team includes Comcasts Senior Vice Presidents and above,as well as NBCUniversals Executive and Management Committees.These metr
138、ics reflect a subset of the VP+metrics.*The workforce diversity data incorporated in this reportisfor women and people of color at Comcast NBCUniversal only.The included metrics are reflective of our U.S.full-time employees.2024 IMPACT REPORT 39Workforce Diversity Data*GovernanceSupplier DiversityCo
139、mmunity ImpactWe seek to broaden and diversify our supplier base by creating an inclusive corporate supply chain process where all businesses have an opportunity to participate.We are committed to bringing together diverse communities and inspiring our customers,audiences,and employees to make a pos
140、itive social impact.Tier 2 Diverse SpendTotal GivingTier 1 Diverse Spend20232023$4.7B$630M$463M20212021$4.3B20222022$5.0B$390M$503M$484M$488MProcurement*Total Cash/In-Kind Donations Invested in Our CommunitiesBoard of Directors2022942310110116341021010634103002023June 2024Black/African AmericanTotal
141、Total DiverseWomenPeople of ColorAsian American,Native Hawaiian,and Pacific IslanderHispanic/Latino/a/xIndigenous and Native American2+RacesOur Board of Directors is 60%diverse racially/ethnically and by gender.As noted byTier 1(direct purchases)and Tier 2(direct and indirect subcontracting spend)su
142、ppliers.*2024 IMPACT REPORT 40MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTNBCUniversal ProgrammingNews assets include NBC News,MSNBC,CNBC,and NBC-owned stations,but do not include Telemundo Network News or Telemundo stations.Data not available for the 2021 scripted season.*On Screen/On AirBehind the Camera20212
143、021202140.0%53.1%-36.4%47.6%-42.4%54.1%40.9%31.9%50.5%41.1%37.9%55.0%40.0%43.3%52.0%44.9%202220222022202320232023FILMNEWS ASSETS*NBC PRIMETIME SCRIPTED*WomenWomenWomenPeople of ColorPeople of ColorPeople of Color202127.6%17.2%27.7%12.3%23.9%14.2%20222023FILMWomenPeople of Color202145.6%35.1%48.6%36.
144、8%51.2%38.6%20222023NEWS ASSETS*WomenPeople of Color2021-47.1%33.3%40.1%31.5%20222023NBC PRIMETIME SCRIPTED*WomenPeople of Color2024 IMPACT REPORT 41MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTTotal ERGsTotal ChaptersTotal Members9250+36KERGs data represents Comcast and NBCUniversal only.*MyAbilities NetworkVet
145、erans NetworkAsian Pacific AmericansMyAbilities NetworkVeterans NetworkBlack Employee NetworkOutWomens NetworkIndigenousUnidosYoung Professionals NetworkFPO2024 IMPACT REPORT 42MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTEmployee Resource Groups(ERGs)*Score on the Human Rights Campaigns 2023Corporate Equality I
146、ndex for thetenth yearDiversityIncs*Top 50 list as one of the nations most inclusive companiesScore earned on Disability:INs2023DisabilityEqualityIndex for theninthconsecutive yearGreat Places to Work and Fortune100 Best Companies to Work For 2023Companyrecognizedin the2023Hispanic Association on Co
147、rporate Responsibility Corporate Inclusion IndexOverall employer in the“Best for Vets”ranking by Military Times100#13100#9#25Changed name to Fair360 in 2023.*2024 IMPACT REPORT 43MESSAGEPROJECT UPDE&IENVIRONMENTDiversity Awards and RecognitionMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 44We w
148、ork diligently to minimize our carbon footprint today and invest in the strategies and technologies that will drive further progress tomorrow.ENVIRONMENTProgressWe are continuing on the path toward our goal to be carbon neutral for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2035.This includes taking action to reduc
149、e emissions from our operations,boosting the energy efficiency of our growing network,incorporating sustainability into our productions from script to screen,and increasing employee education and engagement.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 45On-site solar at the Universal Studios L
150、ot in Los AngelesMillion mtCO2e201920202021202220231.51.61.72.12.32023 Scope 1&2 Emission SourcesEmissions from our owned and operated fleet and vehiclesPurchased electricity powering facilities,data centers,theme parks,and network18%72%10%Generators,purchased steam,cooling and heatingSince 2019,we
151、have reduced our enterprise-wide Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by more than 30%.Our emissions increased 5%from 2022 to 2023,primarily due to reductions in clean energy usage and the browning of the U.S.electricity grid.However,many of our operational energy and emissions metrics decreased y
152、ear-over-year,including total energy consumed and emissions from our owned and operated fleet and vehicles.We continue to make long-term investments in network energy efficiency and clean and renewable energy contracts that we expect to help reduce our carbon footprint as we grow our network and bus
153、iness into the future.Decarbonizing Our BusinessScope 1&2 EmissionsRead the details in our 2024 Carbon Footprint Data ReportManaging the Challenges AheadDecarbonizing our business and value chain depends on many factors beyond our control,including political,economic,regulatory,and geopolitical cond
154、itions,supply chain and labor issues,supplier emissions reductions,the evolution of carbon offset markets,and investment and innovation to close gaps in available technology and infrastructure.Overcoming these challenges will require,among other things,increased collaboration with a range of busines
155、s partners,industry peers,governments around the world,and other stakeholders.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 46MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 47Scope 3 EmissionsWhile our primary focus is on sustainability in our own operations,we have also worked to better un
156、derstand the emissions from our full value chain,known as Scope 3 emissions.By joining the Science Based Targets initiative,Comcast has committed to set near-term targets for Scope 1,2,and 3 emissions in line with pathways designed to limit global warming.“By focusing on long-term strategies and tho
157、ughtful investments across the enterprise,we are on a path toward achieving our sustainability goals.”Sara Cronenwett,Senior Vice President,Corporate Environmental Sustainability,ComcastScope 3 Estimated EmissionsMillion mtCO2e201911.5202010.9202110.9202210.72022 Scope 3 Estimated Emission SourcesPu
158、rchased goods,services,and capital goods(Categories 1&2)Use of sold and leased products(Categories 11&13)Emissions related to transportation,energy,employees,and waste(Categories 3-8&12)14%40%46%Environmental protection is a year-round job,and our teammates find ways to embrace the work every day.Ea
159、rth Month is a special opportunity to gather employees in different ways across the enterprise to learn,reflect,and take action on sustainability.Activities include workshops,events led by employee groups,and volunteer opportunities.To further operationalize sustainability across the enterprise,our
160、businesses have developed training courses to equip employees with information and resources to help drive sustainability.For example,a new Comcast Environmental Sustainability training will help teammates across the connectivity business better understand actions they can take to support our carbon
161、 neutral goal.NBCUniversal held an interactive Climate Masterclass for employees to learn more about key climate concepts,how to communicate about climate,and how to drive change.School of Sky Zero is a digital training course that supports Sky employees to create positive climate-related behavior c
162、hanges and inspires them to play their part.Engaging Our TeammatesMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 48OperationsEvaluating our operations from our buildings and vehicles to film sets and theme parks allows us to prioritize actions that have the greatest impact.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIR
163、ONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 49In 2023,we sourced approximately 1.1 million megawatt-hours(MWh)of clean and renewable energy approximately 25%of our total enterprise electricity load.Our clean energy strategyincorporates a range of sourcing solutions across the regions in which we operate,prioritizi
164、ng investments that bring additional capacity to the grid.This includes long-term direct and virtual power purchase agreements from new renewable energy projects,working with utility companies to secure supply from new planned developments or existing green tariff and retail products,and continuing
165、to invest in on-site solar.Our clean energy usage decreased 12%from 2022 to 2023 as we transitioned our focus to sourcing from new projects that can bring additional renewable energy capacity to the grid and help meet future energy needs.In 2023 alone,we signed new wind and solar power purchase agre
166、ements that,when the projects are completed,will total more than 840,000 MWh per year,bringing our contracted total to 1.2 million MWh per year.Sourcing Clean EnergyMWh clean energy used in 20231.1M25%enterprise electricity load sourced from carbon-free electricity in 2023Clean Energy UsageMESSAGEPR
167、OJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 50MWh238,000345,000777,0001,250,0001,100,00020192020202120222023“From data centers to theme parks,we are shifting to new long-term sources of clean and renewable electricity to provide our customers more sustainable connectivity and experiences.”Peter Kiriac
168、oulacos,Executive Vice President&Chief Procurement Officer,Comcast“Our continued investments in on-site solarand clean energy programsacross our global operations are helping grow localgreeneconomies while meeting the future energy needs of our growing company.”Audrey Vinant-Tang,Director,Sustainabi
169、lity Strategy,NBCUniversalIn addition to seeking to source more clean energy,our businesses are also continuing to invest in on-site solar.Since the start of 2023,NBCUniversal has had 2.75 MW of new on-site solar projects completed or under construction,including installations at Universal Orlando R
170、esort in Florida,the Universal Studios Lot in California,Universal Studios Japan in Osaka,and local NBC and Telemundo stations in Washington,D.C.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 51Supporting Community Solar in ChicagoNBCUniversal is an anchor tenant subscribing to 4 MW of renewable
171、 energy from two community solar farms to be constructed outside Chicago.Once online,the projects are anticipated to supply the NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago stations with more than 6,000 MWh of renewable energy each year.In addition to supplying power to NBCUniversal and other anchor tenants,th
172、e developer has committed to making 20%of each solar farms output available for low-and moderate-income residential customers to subscribe to renewable energy at a guaranteed discounted rate,expanding clean energy access in the local community.Rooftop solar at the Universal Studios Lot in California
173、We are reimagining the design of new construction and major renovations for our buildings,parks,and other facilities to account for the future and integrate the latest green practices and technologies.Universal Studios LotNew construction nearing completion at the Universal Studios Lot in Los Angele
174、s has been built to green building standards to help support sustainable production and greener operations.The project has included the Barham stages,which are on track to receive LEED Gold certification,as well as One Universal and The Commons,which are both being constructed to a LEED Platinum sta
175、ndard.Sky Osterley Innovation CentreLocated in West London,England,Skys first all-electric building received a BREEAM Outstanding certification for its environmental credentials and a WELL Platinum designation for its intentional design for occupant well-being.Buildings That MatterCNBC International
176、CNBCs new Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore received a Green Mark Gold certification by implementing sustainability measures such as sourcing renewable and clean energy and improving the energy efficiency of equipment and spaces.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 52Universal Epi
177、c UniverseIn 2025,Universal Destinations&Experiences will unveil Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort.The park is the latest development to integrate energy efficiency and sustainable construction practices starting in the design of this exciting new destination.One UniversalThe Commo
178、nsAcross our fleet,were continuing to utilize fuel efficiency technology and deploy hybrid and electric vehicles(EVs)in select locations.Part of Comcasts commitment to keeping customers connected includes offering more digital support tools,which allowed us to serve more customers remotely in 2023.C
179、omcast has also begun initial EV deployments in California.Weve saved roughly 11 million gallons of fuel compared to 2019 and avoided 95,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions.NBCUniversal purchased 227 EVs in 2023,including electric golf carts for Universal Orlando and the Universal Studios Lo
180、t in Los Angeles,as well as an electric forklift for the Telemundo Center in Miami and an electric heavy-duty box truck to make deliveries for Universal Studios Hollywood.In Germany,the Sky Deutschland News Gathering team has removed all diesel generators from its fleet and replaced them with a lith
181、ium battery power system for silent running.We have also taken additional steps to enable employees to charge their own EVs.In Hollywood,132 electric vehicle chargers are being installed at One Universal,and in the United Kingdom,Sky has increased its total number of EV chargers to 210 at its headqu
182、arters in Osterley.Reducing Vehicle EmissionsMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 53For many years weve been integrating environmental protocols into film and TV productions across the world.From reusing sets to reducing food waste,these practices create a healthy and more sustainable
183、experience behind the scenes and beyond.As part of the NBCUniversal Sustainable Production Program,we have implemented a variety of fuel-saving initiatives across our sets to help reduce the carbon footprint of productions.Examples include“Based on a True Story,”which utilized an electric passenger
184、van and solar trailers,“La Brea”and“Abigail,”which replaced diesel generators with hybrid electric units,and“The Fall Guy,”which included an electric Hummer as both a picture vehicle and a camera rig.These efforts and more helped our film and TV shows earn Gold and Green Seals from the Environmental
185、 Media Association,which annually recognizes sustainable production and environmental messaging in the entertainment industry.The Sky Original film“The Portable Door”is the first Australian feature film to adopt the BAFTA albert seal,a certification process that is achieved by completing a carbon ac
186、tion plan and measuring the productions carbon footprint.The plan included reusing materials from previous productions,reducing waste,and implementing a composting program.Greening Our Productions“The Portable Door”“La Brea”“The Fall Guy”MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 54NetworkOu
187、r global technology platform connects people across the world,with a focus on reliability,efficiency,and resilience.In addition to sourcing more clean energy to power our network,we are deploying new,energy-efficient technologies with the goal of doubling network energy efficiency by 2030 and were m
188、aking great progress.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&INew virtualized network technology in Absecon,N.J.2024 IMPACT REPORT 55MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 56Leaner,Greener TechnologyBusiness partners like Hewlett Packard Enterprise(HPE)are supporting Comcasts network transformati
189、on with new energy-efficient technologies that deliver more network traffic at a fraction of the physical footprint and energy load of previous generation technologies.Our increasingly virtualized network utilizes cloud-based technologies to deliver faster broadband speeds,greater reliability,and im
190、proved energy efficiency.By moving more to the cloud,we can leverage common hardware to process increasing amounts of customer traffic and reduce the amount of equipment,space,and energy needed to deliver each byte of data.Since 2019,these efforts have reduced the electricity per terabyte delivered
191、across our network by 40%.Were continuing to work with business partners to embed energy efficiency into future generations of technology as we transform our network to this virtualized cable modem termination system(vCMTS).These next-generation technologies will further drive efficiency and reliabi
192、lity through real-time performance visibility that can detect on-site issues and self-heal.Today,roughly 60%of issues can be resolved through self-healing.Our network is simultaneously improving energy efficiency and building safeguards for millions of customers better for people and the planet.Driv
193、ing Network Efficiency“The power of the Xfinity network is how quickly it can adapt to a variety of performance needs,becoming more resilient,efficient,and agile than ever before.”Elad Nafshi,Executive Vice President&Chief Network Officer,ComcastNetwork Energy Efficiency20192020202120222023Kilowatt-
194、hour per terabyte 40%18.415.613.512.311.020 Racks Serving 60,000 Homes1 Rack Serving 60,000 Homes1 Rack Serving 100,000 HomesAnalog CMTSGen2 vCMTSGen3 vCMTSGen4 vCMTSIn DevelopmentOur customers may not be thinking about the environment when they are enjoying our latest technologies,but we are.Comcas
195、t became the first Internet provider to offer residential customers a backup connectivity device designed to keep them connected during a storm.Storm-Ready WiFi is equipped with cellular backup and a four-hour rechargeable battery more than enough power to keep customers up and running for the avera
196、ge power outage in the U.S.of two hours.Storm-Ready WiFi is Comcasts first device designed using recycled materials,with the casing made from 65%post-consumer recycled plastic.The Handshake Box is our most recent sustainable packaging series for Xfinity products shipped directly to customers,featuri
197、ng a protective box made with recyclable materials and minimal ink.These boxes are sourced from a domestic partner,eliminating overseas shipping.Between reduced shipping and the flat pack space-saving design,this new packaging system achieved carbon reductions and cost savings in transportation and
198、warehouse storage.We also maintain our longstanding refurbishment and recycling programs that encourage device reuse until the end of a products life.Evolving Our Products and PackagingComcast earned a spot on Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies 2024 list in the rapid response category,recognizi
199、ng Storm-Ready WiFi as a leading innovation designed to mitigate extreme weather threats.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 57“Whether its reducing raw materials,increasing recyclability,or cutting a products carbon footprint,sustainable design is a constant process of learning,testi
200、ng,and recalibrating in the pursuit of better products.”Fraser Stirling,Global Chief Product Officer,ComcastOur VoiceWe use the power of our platforms and the creativity of our storytellers to educate viewers,impact culture,and inspire change in the name of protecting our planet.Sky Kids Save Our Wi
201、ldlifeMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 58We leverage the reach of our programming in multiple ways to spotlight climate challenges facing our world,as well as solutions for a better future.Content to Inspire ChangeDuring Earth Week,Peacock featured environmental content on the home
202、page for the first time.Content was organized by topics such as“Understanding Climate Change”and“Earth-Healing Solutions,”curated from the Peacock library to both inform viewers on the science behind climate change and offer solutions that provide hope and inspire action.Sky Sports featured sustaina
203、bility stories during events like the U.S.Open and Cricket World Cup,and promoted national campaigns likeGreen Football WeekendandSky Sports Summer of Sustainability,which urged fans to walk,bike,ride-share,or take public transportation to sporting events.In Sky Kids documentary“Save Our Wildlife,”k
204、ids report from the United Kingdom,Mexico,Australia,India,Kenya,and the Arctic on the effects of climate change on wildlife.Sky Zero partnered with the World Wildlife Fund to offer an online hub of resources and activities related to wildlife from the documentary for families to engage.In TODAY Clim
205、ate,Al Roker takes a deep dive into climate changes,extreme weather,strategies,and solutions,helping audiences understand the role of climate change in their daily lives,and what they can do about it.“Sky is using its voice and extraordinary reach to inspire climate action through storytelling.In ke
206、eping with our Climate Content Pledge commitment,we are working with other industry leaders to maximize our impact.”Dana Strong,Group Chief Executive Officer,SkyMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 59Launched in 2023,the Universal Filmed Entertainment Groups GreenerLight Program aims t
207、o institutionalize sustainability across the filmmaking process,from script to screen.For Universal Pictures,Focus Features,and DreamWorks Animation titles,the studio has committed to building a sustainability plan that considers ways to embed positive climate actions from the very beginning of the
208、creative process.This includes script development,locations and set needs,production,on-screen behaviors,and distribution,as well as exploring potential collaborations with environmental organizations.From Script to ScreenMESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 60Partnering With Environme
209、ntal OrganizationsBeyond the script,we have the opportunity to engage audiences globally on sustainability while also amplifying the work of environmental organizations through initiatives such as public service announcements(PSAs).In celebration of DreamWorks Animations beloved action-comedy franch
210、ise“Kung Fu Panda 4,”the World Wildlife Fund and DreamWorks teamed up to raise awareness about the plight of the real wildlife depicted in the film.The campaign encourages young people to be heroes in their own lives,reminding them,and us,of the power we have to make a difference.Filmmakers from Dre
211、amWorks Animations“Ruby Gillman,Teenage Kraken”teamed up with Oceana the worlds largest international advocacy organization dedicated to ocean conservation for a PSA that supports Oceana and its campaigns to protect and restore the worlds oceans.“Migration,”a film from Illumination,is about a family
212、 of migrating ducks whose plans go awry.Through NBCUniversals Creative Impact Lab,the films team worked with International Bird Rescue,a nonprofit that rehabilitates injured aquatic birds,in developing a PSA created by students at the nonprofit Venice Arts.“Climate change is a complex issue with com
213、plex solutions,so we need content and storytellers that can translate the science in an engaging and inspiring way one that keeps us all hopeful for the future.”Kimberly Burnick,Director,Sustainable Content&Partnerships,NBCUniversalGrowing the Climate Content PipelineThere is strength in numbers,and
214、 we continue to support people,both within our company and in the wider world,dedicated to creating stories that can inspire a better future.Sky Studios and UK Entertainment teams held their first internal climate content event,Leveling Up Our Climate Content Game.The purpose was to support content
215、creators to unlock ways to more authentically reflect sustainability through storytelling.NBCUniversal is a sponsor of the annual Hollywood Climate Summit,where filmmakers,activists,executives,and artists across the entertainment and media industries come together to engage and take action on climat
216、e change.The multiday conference includes workshops,talks,and community events.Under this partnership,NBCUniversal hosted Writing Climate:Pitchfest for TV and Film at the Universal Lot for the second time,bringing together creatives and executives for one-on-one sessions with the goal of elevating s
217、torytellers whose work envisions new possibilities for the world.MESSAGEPROJECT UPENVIRONMENTDE&I2024 IMPACT REPORT 61Writing Climate:Pitchfest for TV and FilmHollywood Climate Summit“We arecommitted to bettering our business and using our voice to protect this planet that we love.”Adam Moysey,Chief
218、 Financial Officer,NBCUniversal Studio GroupWe provide reports on variousenvironmental,social,and governance(ESG)issues and initiativesthat may beof interest to ourstakeholders.More information can be found on the ESG Reporting page of our Investor Relations website.By supporting local communities,o
219、ur teammates,and our planet,we can help create a world of open possibilities,so together we can build a future that benefits generations to come.We thank our employees,partners,customers,and communities fortheir partnership,dedication,and support.SASB ReportTCFD ReportCarbon Footprint Data ReportEEO
220、-1 DataPolitical and Trade Association ActivityCode of ConductCode of Conduct for Suppliers and Business PartnersStatement on Modern Slavery and Supply Chain ValuesStatement on Human Rights2023 CDP ReportCOMCAST CORPORATION 2024.ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.ESG REPORTING AND DISCLOSURE2024IMPACTREPORT 62COMCAST CORPORATION 2024.ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.