Wednesday, 22 January 2025

Advanced Television: Fremantle appoints Duncan as Head of Sustainability

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Fremantle has appointed Shaunagh Duncan as Head of Sustainability reporting to Matt Wilson, Chief Legal Officer, and Andrew Bott, Group CFO. In her role Duncan will spearhead Fremantle’s sustainability function working with Fremantle’s teams globally to implement sustainability strategies that improve resource efficiency and reduce environmental impact across the business.

Duncan will drive the achievement of Fremantle’s sustainability goals – including tracking areas of improvement and ensuring accurate reporting of Fremantle’s carbon footprint across all operations. Duncan will also collaborate with external stakeholders and industry organisations including BAFTA’s albert, to establish a greener, more progressive industry. Duncan has over 10 years of experience in the creation, management, and delivery of sustainability strategies. Most recently, Shaunagh was Head of Sustainability for Europe & International at Oatly.

Andrew Bott, Group CFO at Fremantle, commented: “Sustainability is business critical, and we look forward to welcoming Shaunagh to the team. I am confident that Shaunagh will lead our sustainability initiatives, to reduce our carbon footprint, and increase energy efficiency – keeping us on track to achieve our sustainable goals and become the leaders in the industry.”

Matt Wilson, Chief Legal Officer at Fremantle, said: “The team is thrilled to have Shaunagh on board. Shaunagh will be a fantastic addition to the business, and her impressive experience will enable Fremantle to continue to take sustainable action across our productions and operations.”

Duncan added: “I’m beyond excited to be joining Fremantle at this critical time for the industry and our planet. Studies from one of our partners, albert, found that one hour of TV content production produces about 13 tonnes of carbon emissions – about the same as your entire yearly carbon footprint if you live in the UK. The production industry is a century old and urgently needs transforming and I can’t wait to help bring the huge opportunities for Fremantle to be a part of that to life.”

Fremantle aspires to create irresistible entertainment that doesn’t compromise the earth. Fremantle’s target is to be carbon neutral by 2030. To achieve this, Fremantle aims to reduce its business and production emissions by at least 50 per cent from a 2018 baseline. With a global audience of millions, Fremantle recognises its duty and responsibility to use its influence for good.

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