Hutchison Whampoa Limited, often referred to simply as Hutchison, is a prominent multinational conglomerate headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1866, the company has evolved into a diversified enterprise with significant operations across various sectors, including telecommunications, retail, infrastructure, and energy. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, Hutchison Whampoa is renowned for its innovative approach to business. The company’s core offerings include mobile telecommunications through its subsidiary 3 Group, retail operations under brands like Watsons, and significant investments in port operations globally. Hutchison has achieved notable milestones, including its strategic expansions and partnerships, solidifying its position as a leader in multiple industries. Its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction sets it apart in a competitive market, making Hutchison Whampoa a key player in the global business landscape.
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In 2023, Hutchison Whampoa Limited reported a total scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity of approximately 0.022 kg CO2e per USD of revenue. This figure reflects the company's commitment to monitoring its carbon footprint, although specific absolute emissions data for the year is not disclosed. The company also reported GHG emissions of about 2000 kg CO2e per terabyte of data traffic, indicating its operational impact in the digital sector. Over the past few years, Hutchison Whampoa has shown a slight improvement in emissions intensity, with a recorded intensity of about 0.019 kg CO2e per USD of revenue in 2021. However, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their sustainability initiatives. Hutchison Whampoa Limited is a current subsidiary of CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, which may influence its climate strategies and reporting. The emissions data and climate commitments are cascaded from this parent company, reflecting a broader corporate responsibility towards sustainability. Overall, while Hutchison Whampoa Limited is actively tracking its emissions, further transparency and commitment to reduction targets would enhance its climate strategy.
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Hutchison Whampoa Limited 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.