Belgacom International Carrier Services SA, commonly known as BICS, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Belgium. Established in 2005, BICS has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the global communications industry, offering a wide range of services across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Specialising in international voice, messaging, and data services, BICS stands out for its innovative solutions that enhance connectivity for businesses and operators worldwide. The company’s robust infrastructure and extensive partnerships enable it to deliver high-quality services, ensuring seamless communication across borders. With a strong market position, BICS has achieved notable milestones, including significant growth in its customer base and recognition for its commitment to quality and reliability. As a trusted partner in the telecommunications sector, BICS continues to shape the future of global connectivity.
How does Belgacom International Carrier Services SA'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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Belgacom International Carrier Services SA, headquartered in Belgium (BE), currently does not report specific carbon emissions data for the most recent year, as no emissions figures are available. The company is a current subsidiary of Proximus PLC, which means that any climate commitments or emissions data may be inherited from its parent organisation. Proximus PLC has established various climate initiatives, including targets set under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 initiative, all of which are cascaded to Belgacom International Carrier Services SA. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Belgacom International Carrier Services SA itself have not been disclosed. As part of its corporate family, Belgacom International Carrier Services SA is expected to align with the sustainability goals and climate strategies of Proximus PLC, which may include commitments to reduce emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories. Nonetheless, without specific emissions data or reduction targets available, the company's individual climate commitments remain unclear.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 778,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Belgacom International Carrier Services SA's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 49% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 84% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Belgacom International Carrier Services SA 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.