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 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 increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were approximately 195,151,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 119,138,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 139,005,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company has disclosed emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its reporting. Notably, Helios Towers has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment. Over the past few years, Helios Towers has shown a trend of increasing emissions, with total emissions in 2022 at approximately 175,589,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 108,540,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 135,208,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company’s emissions per tower and per tenant metrics suggest a focus on operational efficiency, with emissions intensity reported at about 25,520 kg CO2e per tower in 2024. As Helios Towers continues to grow, its climate commitments and strategies for emissions reduction will be critical in aligning with global sustainability goals.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
