du, officially known as Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (AE). Founded in 2006, du has rapidly established itself as a key player in the UAE's telecom industry, offering a wide range of services including mobile, fixed-line, and broadband solutions. With a focus on innovation, du provides unique products such as its advanced mobile plans and high-speed internet services, catering to both individual and business customers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of 5G services, positioning itself at the forefront of technological advancements in the region. Recognised for its customer-centric approach, du continues to enhance its market position through strategic partnerships and a commitment to quality service.
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du's score of 23 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, du reported carbon emissions of approximately 28,112,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 98,876,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions for this year. Over the years, du has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, achieving a significant reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity. For instance, in 2021, the emissions were approximately 27,599,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 93,930,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a trend towards lower emissions per unit of revenue. Du has implemented various initiatives aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, including the adoption of hybrid energy systems, which reportedly contributed to a reduction of about 5,000,000 kg CO2e in previous years. However, specific reduction targets or commitments under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) have not been disclosed. Overall, du's emissions data reflects a proactive approach to climate commitments, focusing on reducing its operational impact while continuing to monitor and report on its carbon emissions.
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2012 | 2013 | 2018 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 27,569,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 220,983,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,138,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - |
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du is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.