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Dialog Axiata

Dialog Axiata PLC, a leading telecommunications provider in Sri Lanka, is headquartered in Colombo (LK) and operates extensively across the island. Founded in 1997, Dialog has established itself as a pioneer in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including mobile, fixed-line, broadband, and digital television. With a commitment to innovation, Dialog Axiata has introduced unique products such as 4G LTE and mobile financial services, setting benchmarks in connectivity and customer experience. The company has consistently maintained a strong market position, recognised for its extensive network coverage and high-quality service delivery. Notable achievements include being the first operator to launch 3G and 4G services in Sri Lanka, solidifying its reputation as a frontrunner in the digital landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Dialog Axiata'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.

35

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.

3

Industry Benchmark

Dialog Axiata's score of 35 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Dialog Axiata's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Dialog Axiata reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,004,440 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 249,690 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. Over the years, Dialog Axiata's emissions have fluctuated significantly. For instance, in 2021, the total emissions reached about 128,243,940 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 986,430 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 928,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Dialog Axiata's commitment to addressing climate change is evident through its emissions reporting, although further details on specific reduction strategies or long-term climate commitments are not available. The company operates within a challenging industry context, where telecommunications firms are increasingly pressured to reduce their carbon footprints and enhance sustainability practices.

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Scope 2
74,740,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Dialog Axiata'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. Dialog Axiata is headquartered in LK, which has a rank of high, indicating high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Dialog Axiata 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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