Airtel
Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in New Delhi, India. Founded in 1995, Airtel has established a significant presence across multiple 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. Its extensive network and robust infrastructure continue to drive growth and enhance connectivity for millions of users worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
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.
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 30 is higher than 67% 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 2023, Bharti Airtel reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, with approximately 31.3 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 1 and about 472.3 million tonnes CO2e from Scope 2. Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions reached around 5.5 billion tonnes CO2e. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint across its operations. Airtel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.2% by the fiscal year 2031, using FY2021 as the baseline. Furthermore, the company plans to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 42% over the same period. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Airtel's commitment to addressing climate change. The company is also part of the Business Ambition for 1.5°C initiative, reinforcing its dedication to sustainable practices and reducing its overall environmental impact. Through these efforts, Airtel is positioning itself as a leader in the telecommunications sector's transition towards a low-carbon economy.
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Add to project2018 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,890 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 300 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 73,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Airtel 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.
