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.
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Industry Intensity
Real Estate Services has typical carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Real Estate Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 17% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Crown Castle's reported carbon emissions
Crown Castle, a real estate services company based in the UK, reported its carbon emissions for the years 2020 to 2024.
In 2024, Crown Castle's total emissions were approximately 483.5 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 11.4 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4.0 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for 2024 were substantial, with downstream leased assets contributing about 1.1 billion kg CO2e, capital goods at approximately 357.1 million kg CO2e, and purchased goods and services at around 117.3 million kg CO2e.
For 2023, total reported emissions (Scope 1 and 2) were approximately 18.95 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 14.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 4.6 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 data was not disclosed for this year.
In 2022, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 13.3 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions were around 18.3 million kg CO2e.
Crown Castle's climate commitments include a goal to be carbon neutral in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025. Progress towards this goal is being made through investments in energy reduction initiatives, sourcing renewable energy, and the use of carbon offsets. In 2023, the company reported being nearly three-quarters of the way to achieving its 2025 carbon neutrality target for Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Additionally, there was a reported 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions against a 2019 baseline by 2025.
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Crown Castle’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
6 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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Carbon Disclosure Project
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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