Altron
Altron, officially known as Altron Limited, is a leading technology company headquartered in South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1965, Altron has established itself as a key player in the information technology and telecommunications sectors, with a strong presence across Southern Africa and beyond. The company offers a diverse range of services, including cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and managed services, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer-centric approaches. Altron's strategic focus on digital transformation has positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to enhance operational efficiency and drive growth. With a history marked by significant milestones, Altron continues to achieve notable recognition in the industry, solidifying its market position as a frontrunner in technology solutions.
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Industry Benchmark
Altron's score of 36 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Altron's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Altron reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29,981,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,382,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 11,181,000 kg CO2e from purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled around 10,418,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from business travel and employee commuting. In 2022, Altron's total emissions were about 24,217,000 kg CO2e, indicating an increase in emissions year-on-year. The breakdown for 2022 shows Scope 1 emissions at approximately 9,901,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 8,977,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 5,338,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, Altron has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company continues to monitor and report on its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,834,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,592,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,455,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Altron 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.
