United Internet
United Internet AG, headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, is a leading player in the telecommunications and internet services industry. Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a key provider of web hosting, cloud services, and broadband solutions across Europe, particularly in Germany and other major operational regions. With a diverse portfolio that includes brands like 1&1 and GMX, United Internet offers unique products tailored to both individual and business needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to digital services, consistently enhancing user experience through cutting-edge technology. As a prominent market contender, United Internet has achieved significant milestones, including a strong customer base and recognition for its commitment to quality and reliability in the digital landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does United Internet'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
United Internet's score of 33 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
United Internet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Internet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,440,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 956,972,300 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This indicates a substantial reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 18,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, United Internet has shown fluctuations in its emissions. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 4,400,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 23,369,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The total emissions for that year were around 1,498,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. In 2021, the total emissions were about 20,711,600 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,734,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 16,434,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, United Internet has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within a sector that is increasingly scrutinised for its environmental impact, highlighting the importance of establishing clear climate commitments to align with global sustainability goals.
Unlock detailed emissions data
Access structured emissions data, company-specific emission factors, and source documents
Get Started| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,311,100 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,711,600 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,668,300 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Industry emissions intensity
Location emissions intensity
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.
United Internet is not committed to any 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.
