Helios Towers, a leading independent telecommunications tower company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Africa. Founded in 2009, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecom infrastructure sector, focusing on the development, ownership, and operation of tower sites. With a portfolio that includes over 7,000 towers, Helios Towers provides essential services such as site leasing and infrastructure management, catering to mobile network operators and enhancing connectivity in underserved regions. The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in a competitive market, positioning it as a trusted partner for telecom operators. Notable achievements include significant expansions in key markets like Tanzania, Ghana, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, solidifying Helios Towers' reputation as a vital contributor to the growth of telecommunications in Africa.
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In 2024, Helios Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 210,603,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 140,414,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 98,133,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to transparency in their carbon footprint across all scopes of emissions. Comparatively, in 2023, the company recorded emissions of about 195,151,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 119,138,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 139,005,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This indicates a slight increase in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while Scope 3 emissions decreased. Helios Towers has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon emissions. However, their ongoing commitment to sustainability is evident through their comprehensive reporting and the tracking of emissions across all relevant scopes. The company continues to focus on improving its operational efficiency and reducing its environmental impact in the telecommunications sector.
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2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 148,120,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 86,074,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 127,873,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Helios Towers is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.