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.
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In 2024, Airtel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 134,021,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 89,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 44,151,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 128,503,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 82,870,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 45,713,000 kg CO2e. Notably, Airtel's Scope 3 emissions for 2023 were significantly high, reaching about 5,680,979,000 kg CO2e, indicating substantial upstream and downstream impacts. Airtel's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Airtel Africa Plc, reflecting a corporate family relationship. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Overall, Airtel's emissions profile highlights the importance of addressing both direct and indirect emissions as part of its climate strategy, particularly given the significant Scope 3 emissions that dominate its carbon footprint.
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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 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,367,602,710 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - |
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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.