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American Tower

Real Estate ServicesUnited StatesNYSE: AMT
Last verified 8 months agoamericantower.com

American Tower Corporation, a leading player in the real estate services sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1995, the company has established itself as a prominent provider of wireless and broadcast communications infrastructure. With a significant presence across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia, American Tower operates thousands of communication sites, catering to the growing demand for mobile connectivity.

The company’s core offerings include tower leasing and related services, which are distinguished by their extensive portfolio and strategic locations. American Tower's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a trusted partner for telecommunications companies worldwide. Notably, the firm has achieved remarkable growth, becoming a key player in the global telecommunications infrastructure market, and continues to expand its footprint in the evolving digital landscape.

26
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Industry Intensity

High

Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity

Industry performance

0.221
20182025

The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2025

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Reported emissions

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American Tower's reported carbon emissions

American Tower, a real estate services (70) company headquartered in the US, reported a total of approximately 8.69 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2022. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 628.72 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were approximately 567.58 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for the same year amounted to approximately 4.07 billion kg CO2e.

Looking at previous years, total emissions were approximately 8.30 billion kg CO2e in 2021 and approximately 8.42 billion kg CO2e in 2020.

American Tower has established climate commitments, including a Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitment. They commit to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2035, using 2019 as the base year. This target is classified as absolute and is intended to align with keeping global warming to Well-below 2°C.

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American Tower’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

5 goals

2035

40% reduction in Scope 1

Behind target40%

2035

40% reduction in Scope 2

American Tower Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 40% by 2035 from a 2019 base year.

Behind target40%

2035

40% reduction in scope 3 total

American Tower Corporation commits to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions 40% by 2035 from a 2019 base year.

Behind target40%

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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American Tower logoAmerican Tower
USReal Estate Services
8 months ago
26
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Ericsson logoEricsson
SECommunication Equipment Manufacturing
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Vodafone logoVodafone
GBPost and Telecommunications Services
4 days ago
100
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Verizon logoVerizon
USPost and Telecommunications Services
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Qualcomm logoQualcomm
USSemiconductor and Related Device Manufacturing
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94
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Common questions about American Tower’s sustainability data and climate commitments

American Tower's approximate total greenhouse gas emissions in 2022 were around 8.7 billion kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, with Scope 3 accounting for the largest share, roughly 4.07 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 629 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) were about 568 million kg CO2e. These numbers reflect the company's significant carbon footprint, primarily driven by its extensive global operations and energy use across nearly 19,000 sites.

Data year: 2022

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