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Global System For Mobile Communications Association Sustainability Profile

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The Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) is a leading organisation headquartered in Great Britain, dedicated to advancing the mobile industry. Founded in 1987, GSMA has played a pivotal role in shaping mobile communications, representing the interests of mobile operators and related companies worldwide. With a focus on key areas such as mobile technology, policy advocacy, and industry standards, GSMA drives innovation and collaboration across the sector. Its core services include organising the renowned Mobile World Congress and providing valuable insights through research and analysis. Recognised for its influential position in the telecommunications landscape, GSMA continues to champion initiatives that enhance connectivity and promote sustainable growth in the mobile ecosystem.

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31

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

Global System For Mobile Communications Association's score of 31 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Global System For Mobile Communications Association's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,200,000,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1 and 2 emissions. This data highlights the significant environmental impact of the telecommunications sector. For the year 2020, GSMA disclosed Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 1,909,321,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of these emissions includes capital goods (approximately 76,372,840 kg CO2e), business travel (about 11,455,920 kg CO2e), use of sold products (approximately 673,990,310 kg CO2e), purchased goods and services (around 994,756,240 kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 154,655,000 kg CO2e). GSMA has committed to ambitious reduction targets, pledging to reduce emissions by 87% by 2030 against a 2016/17 baseline for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approach, demonstrating a proactive stance towards climate action. Overall, GSMA's emissions data and reduction initiatives reflect a growing recognition of the need for sustainability within the telecommunications industry, as they work towards significant carbon footprint reductions in the coming years.

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Scope 1
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Scope 3
1,909,321,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Global System For Mobile Communications Association's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Global System For Mobile Communications Association's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Global System For Mobile Communications Association'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 Global System For Mobile Communications Association is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Global System For Mobile Communications Association's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2020
Purchased Goods and Services
52%
Use of Sold Products
35%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
8%
Capital Goods
4%
Business Travel
<1%

Global System For Mobile Communications Association'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.

Global System For Mobile Communications Association 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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