Millicom International Cellular
Millicom International Cellular S.A., commonly known as Millicom, is a leading provider of post and telecommunication services headquartered in Luxembourg (LU). Established in 1990, the company has expanded its operations across Latin America and Africa, delivering innovative connectivity solutions to millions of customers.
Millicom operates primarily in the telecommunications sector, offering a diverse range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband internet, and digital services. The company is renowned for its commitment to enhancing digital inclusion, particularly in underserved markets.
With a strong market position, Millicom has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of Tigo, its flagship brand, which has become synonymous with quality and reliability in the regions it serves. Through its focus on customer-centric solutions and technological advancements, Millicom continues to shape the future of telecommunications in its operational territories.
+26 vs industry average
Millicom International Cellular’s score of 70 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Millicom International Cellular's reported carbon emissions
Millicom International Cellular, headquartered in Luxembourg, reported approximately 1.25 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2024. This figure encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.56 billion kg CO2e. The breakdown for 2024 includes approximately 28.4 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, with Scope 2 market-based emissions at about 112.7 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 1.11 billion kg CO2e. The primary contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2024 were purchased goods and services (around 544.4 million kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 283.2 million kg CO2e). Millicom has set ambitious climate targets. The company is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 market-based greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline year. Furthermore, Millicom aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has validated these commitments, with a specific target to reduce absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by fiscal year 2035, also from a 2020 baseline.
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Millicom International Cellular’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Climate Action 100
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