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Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1995, Airtel has grown to become a prominent player in the global telecom industry, with significant operations across Africa and Asia. The company offers a diverse range of services, including mobile voice and data, fixed-line broadband, and digital TV, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. With a strong market presence, Airtel has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the largest mobile network operators in Africa. Its core products, including Airtel Money and high-speed internet services, set it apart in a competitive landscape. Recognised for its reliability and extensive coverage, Airtel continues to shape the future of telecommunications, making it a trusted choice for millions of customers.
How does Airtel'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.
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Airtel's score of 69 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Airtel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 134,021,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 89,870,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 44,151,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a significant focus on reducing operational emissions, although no specific reduction targets or initiatives have been disclosed. For the previous year, 2023, Airtel's emissions were notably higher, totalling around 891,820,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at about 20,624,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 457,309,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 891,182,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reliance on upstream activities, particularly in Scope 3 emissions. Airtel's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Airtel Africa Plc, reflecting a corporate family relationship. The company has not set specific Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) reduction targets or made public climate pledges, which may limit its accountability in addressing climate change. Overall, Airtel's emissions profile highlights the need for enhanced climate commitments and transparency in reduction strategies to align with global sustainability goals.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 42,955,390 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 880,859,270 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,367,602,710 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Airtel is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.