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RailTel Corporation of India Limited

RailTel Corporation of India Limited, headquartered in India, is a prominent player in the telecommunications and IT services industry. Established in 2000, RailTel has significantly contributed to the digital transformation of the Indian Railways and beyond, providing robust connectivity solutions across the nation. Specialising in broadband services, data centre operations, and managed services, RailTel stands out with its extensive fibre optic network, which spans over 60,000 route kilometres. This unique infrastructure supports a variety of sectors, including government, education, and healthcare, enhancing digital access in remote areas. With a strong market position, RailTel has achieved notable milestones, such as being a key partner in the Smart City initiative and offering innovative solutions that cater to the evolving needs of its clients.

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How does RailTel Corporation of India Limited'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.

16

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.

26

Industry Benchmark

RailTel Corporation of India Limited's score of 16 is lower than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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RailTel Corporation of India Limited's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, RailTel Corporation of India Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,493,020 kg CO2e, comprising 382,930 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 11,866,090 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. For the following year, 2024, emissions increased slightly to about 13,222,910 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 446,150 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 13,077,760 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, RailTel has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company has reported emissions intensity metrics, indicating a focus on sustainability relative to revenue, but lacks formal commitments such as Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets or climate pledges. RailTel's emissions data highlights the importance of addressing both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions in their operations, while the absence of Scope 3 data suggests a potential area for future reporting and improvement. As the company continues to grow, establishing clear climate commitments will be essential for aligning with industry standards and enhancing their sustainability profile.

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20232024
Scope 1
382,930
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Scope 2
11,866,090
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Scope 3
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. RailTel Corporation of India Limited's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. This request for RailTel Corporation of India Limited is in IN, which has a very high grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

RailTel Corporation of India Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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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