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Asiacell Communications PJSC

Asiacell Communications PJSC, commonly referred to as Asiacell, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Iraq (IQ). Established in 1999, the company has significantly contributed to the development of the telecommunications sector in the region, serving millions of customers across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. Asiacell operates primarily in the mobile telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including voice, data, and mobile financial solutions. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a market leader, recognised for its extensive network coverage and high-quality service. With a focus on enhancing connectivity, Asiacell has achieved notable milestones, including the introduction of 4G LTE services, which have transformed the digital landscape in Iraq. The company continues to play a pivotal role in driving technological advancements and fostering economic growth in the region.

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17

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Asiacell Communications PJSC's score of 17 is lower than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Asiacell Communications PJSC's reported carbon emissions

Asiacell Communications PJSC, headquartered in Iraq (IQ), reported its carbon emissions for the years 2019 to 2021. In 2021, the company emitted approximately 168,467,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 55,639,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 95,477,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The total emissions for 2021 amounted to about 319,583,000 kg CO2e. In 2020, Asiacell's emissions included around 150,968,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 45,714,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 102,772,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, leading to total emissions of approximately 299,454,000 kg CO2e. The 2019 figures showed 143,720,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 44,258,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 93,710,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3, resulting in total emissions of about 281,688,000 kg CO2e. Despite these emissions, Asiacell has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction strategies suggests a need for further development in their sustainability efforts. The company has reported GHG intensity metrics, indicating a focus on workforce-related emissions, but lacks comprehensive climate pledges or targets aligned with industry standards.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Asiacell Communications PJSC's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Asiacell Communications PJSC is in IQ, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Asiacell Communications PJSC is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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