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Our recent impact

Purpose has always been part of Penguin’s DNA, ever since one of our founders – Allen Lane – had a vision to make good quality books affordable and accessible to everyone. We remain true to Lane’s original vision today through our mission: we make books for everyone, because a book can change anyone. 

This mission extends to our social impact and sustainability strategy. We focus on tackling the issues which may threaten the future of reading and where – as a publisher – we can have the greatest possible impact.  

Read on for a snapshot of our recent work.

Libraries for Primaries

Campaigning for every primary school to have a library

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Journey to net zero

Reducing the environmental impact of our books

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Progression and retention

Supporting colleague career development

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Lit in Colour

Campaigning for more books by writers of colour to be taught in schools

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Our in-depth facts and figures

These stories offer just a glimpse into our recent activity.

For more detailed information on our social impact and sustainability progress, read our in-depth data report for 2023. This includes up-to-date data on carbon emissions, diversity and belonging, and pay gap reporting. 

2023 data report

Facts and figures

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