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 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 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.
