Helios Towers Sustainability Profile
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 reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Helios Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 503,952,000 kg CO2e, comprising 210,603,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 140,414,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 152,935,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 460,672,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 195,151,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 127,579,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 137,942,000 kg CO2e. Helios Towers has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not appear to have cascaded any emissions data from a parent organization, and all reported figures are derived directly from Helios Towers plc. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes since 2021, with total emissions in that year reaching approximately 395,609,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a need for enhanced strategies to manage and reduce their carbon footprint effectively.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 153,702,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 118,952,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 151,462,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Helios Towers's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Helios Towers's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 1% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 30% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the primary emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Helios Towers'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.
Helios Towers 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.
