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Telecommunications Services
AR
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Gigared S.A. Sustainability Profile

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Gigared S.A., a prominent telecommunications provider based in Argentina, has established itself as a key player in the industry since its inception in 1997. With its headquarters in Buenos Aires, the company operates extensively across various regions, delivering high-quality internet, television, and telephony services to both residential and business customers. Specialising in broadband connectivity, Gigared S.A. is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to customer satisfaction. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre-optic network, which enhances service reliability and speed. As a result, Gigared S.A. has secured a strong market position, recognised for its competitive offerings and dedication to technological advancement in the telecommunications sector.

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36

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

Gigared S.A.'s score of 36 is higher than 54% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Gigared S.A.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Gigared S.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,092,657,000 kg CO2e. This total comprises 3,285,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which include direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 1,089,372,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, primarily related to purchased goods and services. Notably, there were no reported Scope 2 emissions for the year. Comparatively, in 2022, Gigared S.A. had total emissions of approximately 1,002,686,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,725,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at 998,961,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite the increase in emissions, Gigared S.A. has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not currently participate in any recognised climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or similar pledges. As of now, Gigared S.A. does not inherit emissions data from any parent or related organisations, indicating that their reported figures are solely based on their own operations.

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20222023
Scope 1
3,725,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
-
-
Scope 3
998,961,000
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Gigared S.A.'s Industry?

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

How Carbon Intensive is Gigared S.A.'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 Gigared S.A. is in AR, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Gigared S.A.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Gigared S.A.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 9% last year and increased by approximately 9% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Purchased Goods and Services
100%

Gigared S.A.'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.

Gigared S.A. 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.

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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•
Post and telecommunication services (64)
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