Airtel
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Airtel's score of 52 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Airtel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Airtel reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 1,111,205,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 45,713,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 6,575,139,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a continued reliance on upstream leased assets, which accounted for a substantial portion of their Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, Airtel's emissions were approximately 20,624,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 457,309,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 856,996,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The previous year, 2022, saw emissions of about 10,453,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 461,221,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 5,394,813,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite these figures, Airtel has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate strategy. The company continues to disclose emissions across all three scopes, highlighting their awareness of the environmental impact of their operations.
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Add to project| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,418,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 449,048,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 4,367,602,710 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Airtel 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.
