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Zayo

Zayo Group Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Zayo, is a leading provider of communications infrastructure based in the United States. Founded in 2007, Zayo has established a strong presence across North America and Europe, offering a range of services that include fibre connectivity, colocation, and cloud infrastructure. With a focus on high-bandwidth solutions, Zayo's extensive fibre network spans thousands of route miles, making it a key player in the telecommunications industry. The company has achieved significant milestones, including numerous acquisitions that have expanded its capabilities and market reach. Zayo's commitment to delivering reliable, scalable, and secure services has positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance their digital infrastructure. Its unique offerings cater to a diverse clientele, from enterprises to cloud service providers, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the communications sector.

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39

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Zayo's score of 39 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

89%

Zayo's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Zayo Group Holdings reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 304,401,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 304,401,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 10,725,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 88,964,000 kg CO2e. Zayo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 97.3% by FY2030, using FY2020 as a baseline. Additionally, Zayo plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% by FY2030, with FY2022 as the reference year. The company is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through FY2030. Long-term, Zayo aims to maintain at least a 97.3% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2045 and to achieve a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2045. These targets align with industry standards for climate action and demonstrate Zayo's commitment to sustainability in the telecommunications sector.

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20212022
Scope 1
5,183,800
00,000,000
Scope 2
-
-
Scope 3
315,684,000
000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Zayo's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Zayo is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Zayo is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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