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Inmarsat

Inmarsat Global Limited, commonly known as Inmarsat, is a leading satellite communications company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1979, Inmarsat has established itself as a pioneer in the satellite industry, providing critical communication services across various sectors, including maritime, aviation, government, and enterprise. With a robust presence in Europe, the Americas, and the Asia-Pacific region, Inmarsat offers a diverse range of core products and services, including broadband connectivity and satellite-based communication solutions. Its unique Global Xpress network delivers high-speed internet access, setting a benchmark for reliability and performance in remote locations. Recognised for its innovative approach, Inmarsat has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of the first global mobile satellite communication service. As a market leader, Inmarsat continues to shape the future of satellite communications, ensuring seamless connectivity for users worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Inmarsat's score of 44 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Inmarsat's reported carbon emissions

Inmarsat, headquartered in Great Britain, reported a total of approximately 78,632,000 kg CO2e in 2020, with emissions distributed across Scope 1 (868,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (7,452,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (70,312,000 kg CO2e). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 64% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Inmarsat targets a 28% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Inmarsat's commitment reflects its dedication to sustainability within the telecommunications sector, addressing both direct and indirect emissions to mitigate climate impact.

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Scope 1
1,396,000
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000,000
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000,000
000,000
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000,000
Scope 2
17,932,000
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0,000,000
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0,000,000
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000,000
Scope 3
2,905,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Inmarsat's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Inmarsat is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Inmarsat is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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