Airtel
Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in India. Founded in 1995, Airtel has established a significant presence across various regions, including South Asia and Africa, making it one of the largest mobile network operators globally. The company operates primarily in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services such as mobile voice and data, broadband, and digital TV. Airtel is renowned for its innovative solutions, including 4G and 5G services, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Airtel has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader. The company continues to expand its footprint, focusing on enhancing connectivity and digital experiences for millions of users worldwide.
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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.
Industry Benchmark
Airtel's score of 44 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Airtel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Airtel reported carbon emissions of approximately 21,721,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 470,775,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, committing to a 50.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by the end of FY2031, using FY2020-21 as the baseline. Additionally, Airtel aims to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% over the same timeframe. Airtel's long-term commitment includes achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with the targets set by the GSMA under the Carbon Action Plan for the telecom industry. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing environmental impact across all scopes of emissions.
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| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 29,470,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 400,962,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Airtel is participating in some 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.
