Lumen Technologies, Inc., commonly referred to as Lumen, is a leading technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1968, Lumen has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a key player in the telecommunications and digital services industry. With a strong presence across North America and Europe, Lumen focuses on providing advanced networking, edge computing, and security solutions. The company’s core offerings include high-speed internet, cloud connectivity, and managed services, all designed to enhance digital transformation for businesses. Lumen's unique approach combines a robust fibre network with innovative technologies, positioning it as a trusted partner for enterprises seeking to optimise their operations. Notably, Lumen has received recognition for its commitment to sustainability and customer service excellence, solidifying its market position as a forward-thinking leader in the digital landscape.
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Lumen Technologies's score of 29 is higher than 83% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Lumen Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,429,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 173,906,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,250,240,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions through frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Lumen's emissions data reflects its operational footprint, with a focus on reducing its environmental impact. However, without defined reduction targets or climate pledges, the company's climate commitments remain unclear. As a major player in the telecommunications industry, Lumen Technologies is positioned to enhance its sustainability efforts and align with global climate goals.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
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Scope 1 | 223,629,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 1,674,423,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 2,498,404,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Lumen Technologies 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.