Liberty Global Sustainability Profile
Liberty Global plc, a leading telecommunications and media company headquartered in Great Britain, operates extensively across Europe and the Caribbean. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a key player in the industry, focusing on broadband, video, and mobile services. With a commitment to innovation, Liberty Global offers a range of unique products, including high-speed internet and advanced television services, designed to enhance customer experience. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge technology and extensive network infrastructure, positioning it as a market leader in the competitive telecom landscape. Notable achievements include significant investments in fibre-optic networks and strategic partnerships that have expanded its reach and service offerings. Liberty Global continues to shape the future of connectivity, making it a pivotal force in the telecommunications sector.
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Liberty Global's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Liberty Global reported total carbon emissions of approximately 476.6 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 10.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1.1 million kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant 465.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050, using 2019 as the baseline year. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2023, Liberty Global's total emissions were approximately 549.8 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 13.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7.4 million kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching around 529 million kg CO2e. The company is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions from the manufacture and use of customer premises equipment by 50% by 2030, alongside a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions per home passed. Liberty Global's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to addressing its environmental impact, aiming for carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 while also focusing on significant reductions in its Scope 3 emissions.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 58,333,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 342,486,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 14,749,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Liberty Global's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Liberty Global's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and increased significantly since 2012, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 60% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Liberty Global'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.
Liberty Global has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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