Al Yah Satellite Communications
Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PrJSC, commonly known as Yahsat, is a leading satellite communications provider headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2007, Yahsat has rapidly evolved within the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and South West Asia. Yahsat's core offerings include satellite broadband, secure communications, and satellite-based broadcasting services, distinguished by their reliability and extensive coverage. The company operates a fleet of advanced satellites, including the Y1A, Y1B, and Y3, which enhance connectivity for both commercial and government sectors. With a strong market position, Yahsat has achieved significant milestones, such as launching the first Emirati satellite and expanding its service portfolio to meet the growing demand for high-speed internet and secure communications.
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Al Yah Satellite Communications's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Al Yah Satellite Communications reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,004,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 48,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and 13,144,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, the majority of their emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for about 20,560,284,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Over the previous years, emissions have shown fluctuations. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 9,774,000 kg CO2e, while in 2020, they were about 9,601,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 1 and 2 emissions combined have remained relatively stable, with totals of 13,905,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 13,192,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these figures, Al Yah Satellite Communications has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments within the organisation. As the industry increasingly prioritises sustainability, it will be crucial for Al Yah Satellite Communications to establish clear climate goals to align with global efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 48,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,614,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 20,560,284,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Al Yah Satellite Communications 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.
