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updated 9 months ago

Cellco Partnership Sustainability Profile

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Cellco Partnership, commonly known as Verizon Wireless, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in the United States. Established in 2000, the company has grown to become a dominant player in the wireless industry, serving millions of customers across major operational regions, including the East Coast and Midwest. Specialising in mobile voice and data services, Cellco Partnership offers a range of innovative products, including 4G and 5G network solutions, smartphones, and IoT services. Its commitment to cutting-edge technology and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a market leader, consistently recognised for its robust network reliability and extensive coverage. With a focus on enhancing connectivity, Cellco Partnership has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of advanced wireless technologies and strategic partnerships that bolster its service offerings. As a key player in the telecommunications landscape, the company continues to shape the future of mobile communication.

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67

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.

36

Industry Benchmark

Cellco Partnership's score of 67 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

80%

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Cellco Partnership's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Verizon Communications Inc.

Cellco Partnership, headquartered in the US, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Verizon Communications Inc., which cascades its climate commitments and initiatives down to Cellco Partnership. Verizon Communications Inc. has set ambitious climate targets, including commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to achieve sustainability and address climate change. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for Cellco Partnership have not been detailed. As a subsidiary, Cellco Partnership aligns with Verizon's sustainability goals, which include participation in initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These frameworks guide the company in measuring and managing its carbon footprint effectively. In summary, while specific emissions data for Cellco Partnership is not available, the company is committed to following the climate strategies set forth by its parent organisation, Verizon Communications Inc., which includes significant sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing overall carbon emissions.

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Scope 1
581,272,000
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Scope 2
5,061,414,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Cellco Partnership's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cellco Partnership's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Cellco Partnership's Location?

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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 Cellco Partnership is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Cellco Partnership's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Cellco Partnership's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 9% last year and increased significantly since 2012, 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 79% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
79%
Use of Sold Products
12%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Employee Commuting
1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Cellco Partnership's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

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.

Cellco Partnership has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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