Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações, commonly referred to as Algar, is a prominent Brazilian company headquartered in Uberlândia, Minas Gerais. Established in 1954, Algar has evolved into a key player in the telecommunications and technology sectors, with significant operations across various regions in Brazil. The company offers a diverse range of services, including telecommunications, IT solutions, and agribusiness, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches. Algar's unique blend of technology and personalised service has positioned it as a leader in the market, earning recognition for its sustainable practices and community engagement. With a rich history marked by strategic milestones, Algar continues to expand its influence, driving growth and development in the industries it serves. Its dedication to excellence and adaptability ensures that Algar remains at the forefront of Brazil's dynamic business landscape.
How does Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações'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.
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Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações's score of 21 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2012, Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações reported total carbon emissions of approximately 58,892,000 kg CO2e, comprising 48,092,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 7,380,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This data reflects the company's operational emissions, with no reported Scope 3 emissions. Algar has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from the parent company, Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações, and represents the company's performance without additional commitments from higher corporate levels. Overall, while Algar S/A has disclosed its emissions data, it currently lacks defined climate commitments or reduction strategies, positioning it within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon neutrality.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 32,374,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,989,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Algar S/A Empreendimentos e Participações has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

