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Liberty Global

Liberty Global plc, a leading international telecommunications and media company, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2005, the company has established a significant presence across Europe, with major operations in countries such as Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands. Specialising in broadband, video, and mobile services, Liberty Global is renowned for its innovative approach to connectivity and entertainment. The company’s core offerings include high-speed internet, digital television, and mobile solutions, all designed to enhance customer experiences through cutting-edge technology. With a strong market position, Liberty Global has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of various regional brands and a commitment to expanding its fibre network. This focus on quality and innovation solidifies Liberty Global's reputation as a key player in the telecommunications industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Liberty Global's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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.

27

Industry Benchmark

Liberty Global's score of 44 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Liberty Global's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Liberty Global reported total carbon emissions of approximately 67,937 tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 15,144 tonnes CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at around 9,284 tonnes CO2e. The company has made significant commitments to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2019 baseline. Additionally, Liberty Global plans to achieve an 80% reduction by 2050. For Scope 3 emissions, which include indirect emissions from the manufacture and use of customer premises equipment, the company targets a 50% reduction by 2030 from the same 2019 baseline. Liberty Global's initiatives reflect a commitment to sustainable practices within the telecommunications sector, aligning with industry standards for climate action.

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58,333,000
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Scope 2
342,486,000
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Scope 3
14,749,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Liberty Global'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. Liberty Global is headquartered in GB, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Liberty Global 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.

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CDP
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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