Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc., commonly known as Verizon, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2000, Verizon has established itself as a key player in the industry, primarily operating in major regions across North America. The company offers a diverse range of services, including wireless communications, broadband, and digital television, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. With a strong focus on 5G technology and network reliability, Verizon has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader. The company is renowned for its extensive fibre-optic network and robust mobile services, which cater to both individual consumers and businesses. Verizon's dedication to enhancing connectivity and delivering cutting-edge solutions has solidified its reputation as a trusted provider in the telecommunications sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Verizon's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Verizon's score of 48 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Verizon's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Verizon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,693,330 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 2,195,515 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 15,124,184 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, with a target to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2035. Verizon has set ambitious near-term goals, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 53% by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions by 40% by 2035 from the same base year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Verizon's emissions data indicates a proactive approach to climate responsibility, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. The company is also a signatory of the Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
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Get Started| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 372,496,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,259,727,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 91,365,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Verizon 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.
