Crown Castle International Corp., commonly known as Crown Castle, is a leading provider in the real estate services sector, specifically focusing on telecommunications infrastructure. Headquartered in Great Britain, the company operates extensively across the United States, offering innovative solutions that support the growing demand for mobile connectivity.
Founded in 1998, Crown Castle has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its extensive portfolio of towers, small cells, and fibre networks. Their core services are distinguished by a commitment to enhancing network performance and reliability, making them a preferred partner for major wireless carriers.
With a strong market position, Crown Castle is recognised for its strategic investments in infrastructure that facilitate the rollout of 5G technology. This dedication to innovation and quality has solidified its reputation as a key player in the telecommunications real estate industry.
+8 vs industry average
Crown Castle’s score of 36 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has above-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 42% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Crown Castle's reported carbon emissions
Crown Castle's carbon footprint data for 2024 indicates significant Scope 3 emissions, particularly from downstream leased assets, amounting to approximately 994.8 million kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were around 11.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 4.0 million kg CO2e. For 2023, Crown Castle reported Scope 1 emissions of about 14.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 3 data not yet disclosed. In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13.3 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were about 18.3 million kg CO2e. The company's Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in 2021 totalled approximately 13.1 million kg CO2e and 57.8 million kg CO2e, respectively. In 2020, Scope 1 emissions were recorded at approximately 14.0 million kg CO2e, with Scope 2 emissions at about 63.8 million kg CO2e. Crown Castle has set a near-term goal to achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. As of 2023, they reported being nearly three-quarters of the way towards this objective. The company is actively investing in energy reduction initiatives and sourcing renewable energy, and to a lesser extent, utilising high-quality carbon offsets to support this target. Furthermore, Crown Castle aims for a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, against a 2019 baseline.
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Crown Castle’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2025
52% reduction in Scope 2
52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions against a 2019
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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