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Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a leading provider of post and telecommunication services headquartered in India. Established in 1995, the company has grown to become one of the most prominent telecom operators in the country, with a significant presence across Asia and Africa.
Specialising in mobile, broadband, and digital services, Airtel is recognised for its innovative offerings and extensive network coverage. Its core products include mobile voice and data plans, fibre broadband, and enterprise solutions, which set it apart through quality and affordability. As a market leader, Airtel has achieved notable milestones in expanding connectivity and advancing digital infrastructure, solidifying its position in the highly competitive telecommunications industry.
71
DitchCarbon score
+26 vs industry average
Airtel’s score of 71 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
Scope 1
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Scope 2
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Airtel's reported carbon emissions
Airtel, a telecommunications services provider headquartered in India, is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with targets set by the GSMA.
Carbon Emissions Data:
- 2025:
- Total Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 74,559,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 1,027,690,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 6,698,692,000 kg CO2e.
- Total combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions: Approximately 1,102,249,000 kg CO2e.
- Total emissions (Scope 1 + 2 + 3): Approximately 7,800,951,000 kg CO2e.
- 2024:
- Total Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 68,902,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 982,045,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 6,486,154,000 kg CO2e.
- Total combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions: Approximately 1,050,947,000 kg CO2e.
- Total emissions (Scope 1 + 2 + 3): Approximately 7,535,997,000 kg CO2e.
- 2023:
- Total Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 20,624,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 457,309,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for this year.
- 2022:
- Total Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 29,470,000 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 400,962,000 kg CO2e.
- Scope 3 emissions data was not disclosed for this year.
- 2021:
- Total Scope 1 emissions: Approximately 42,955,390 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 2 emissions: Approximately 880,859,270 kg CO2e.
- Total Scope 3 emissions: Approximately 4,367,602,710 kg CO2e.
- Total emissions (Scope 1 + 2 + 3): Approximately 5,291,417,370 kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
Airtel has established science-based targets (SBTi) and is committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions.
- Net Zero: The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
- Scope 1 & 2 Reduction: Airtel aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.2% by the financial year ending March 2031, using the financial year 2020-21 as a baseline. This target is in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the GSMA pact.
- Scope 3 Reduction: The company also commits to reducing its absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 42% by the financial year ending 2031, using the financial year 2020-21 as a baseline, as per SBTi.
- Data Centre Emissions: Airtel has set a near-term target to reduce CO2 emissions per rack in its data centres by 22% by the end of 2022, compared to 2019.
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Airtel’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2031
50.2% reduction in Scope 2
Indian telecommunication company Bharti Airtel commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base yea…
Behind target50.2%
2031
50.2% reduction in Scope 1
Indian telecommunication company Bharti Airtel commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base yea…
Behind target50.2%
2031
42% reduction in scope 3 total
Indian telecommunication company Bharti Airtel commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.2% by FY2031 from a FY2021 base yea…
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
FY2031 targetSee details
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Carbon Disclosure Project
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Airtel’s sustainability data and climate commitments
As of 2025, Airtel's total greenhouse gas emissions are approximately 7.8 billion kg CO₂e, combining Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Scope 3 accounts for the largest share, roughly 86%, with about 6.7 billion kg CO₂e, mainly from upstream activities like leased assets and purchased goods. Scope 2 emissions are around 1 billion kg CO₂e, and Scope 1 emissions are close to 75 million kg CO₂e. This data highlights the significant impact of supply chain and indirect emissions in the telecom sector, especially in India where Airtel operates.
Data year: 2025
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