Al Yah Satellite Communications
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PrJSC, commonly known as Yahsat, is a leading satellite communications provider headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2007, Yahsat has rapidly evolved within the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and South West Asia. Yahsat's core offerings include satellite broadband, secure communications, and satellite-based broadcasting services, distinguished by their reliability and extensive coverage. The company operates a fleet of advanced satellites, including the Y1A, Y1B, and Y3, which enhance connectivity for both commercial and government sectors. With a strong market position, Yahsat has achieved significant milestones, such as launching the first Emirati satellite and expanding its service portfolio to meet the growing demand for high-speed internet and secure communications.
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Al Yah Satellite Communications's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Al Yah Satellite Communications (Yahsat) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 23,718,640 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 231,430 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,528,320 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 23,186,640 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This reflects a slight increase in total emissions compared to 2022, where total emissions were about 28,004,540 kg CO2e. Yahsat has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. The company has reported emissions for all three scopes (1, 2, and 3) consistently over the years, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its environmental impact. In 2022, Yahsat's total emissions were approximately 9,004,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 248,210 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 4,275,600 kg CO2e. The trend shows a focus on managing Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which are directly controllable by the company, while also acknowledging the substantial impact of Scope 3 emissions, which are often more challenging to mitigate. Overall, while Yahsat has not set specific reduction targets, its ongoing emissions reporting reflects an awareness of climate commitments and the importance of sustainability in its operations.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 48,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,614,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,560,284,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Al Yah Satellite Communications 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.
