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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Industry Benchmark
Helios Towers's score of 43 is higher than 59% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Helios Towers's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Helios Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 503.9 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 210.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 140.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 152.9 million kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 460.7 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 195.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 127.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 137.9 million kg CO2e. Helios Towers has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The company does not appear to inherit emissions data from any parent organization, and all reported figures are directly sourced from Helios Towers plc. The absence of reduction targets suggests a need for further development in their climate strategy. Overall, Helios Towers is actively monitoring its carbon footprint across all scopes, but further commitments and initiatives may be necessary to align with industry standards for climate action.
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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.
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