Helios Towers
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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Helios Towers's score of 30 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Helios Towers's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Helios Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 453,348,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (195,151,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (119,191,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (139,005,000 kg CO2e). This represents a slight increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 419,428,000 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to tracking its carbon footprint. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. Helios Towers continues to focus on sustainability within the telecommunications infrastructure sector, aiming to enhance its environmental performance while managing its carbon emissions effectively.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 117,886,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 42,116,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 71,822,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Helios Towers 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.
