Indus Towers
Indus Towers, a leading telecommunications infrastructure provider, is headquartered in India and operates extensively across the country. Founded in 2007, the company has rapidly established itself as a key player in the telecom sector, focusing on tower management and sharing services. With a robust portfolio that includes passive infrastructure solutions, Indus Towers stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the deployment of thousands of towers, which support major telecom operators in delivering seamless connectivity. Recognised for its market leadership, Indus Towers plays a crucial role in enhancing network efficiency and coverage, making it an indispensable partner in India's digital transformation journey.
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Indus Towers's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Indus Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,620,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 724,118,700 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,220,834,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,461,447,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant increase in emissions compared to 2023, where total emissions were about 3,570,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 802,509,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,567,995,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 2,078,528,000 kg CO2e. Indus Towers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2032 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, a similar 90% reduction is also targeted by 2050, starting from a 2023 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are classified under the 1.5°C pathway, demonstrating Indus Towers's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The company has also committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2050, further solidifying its role in the telecommunications sector's transition towards sustainability.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 867,297,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 5,926,467,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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