Safaricom
Safaricom PLC, a leading telecommunications provider based in Kenya (KE), has been at the forefront of the industry since its establishment in 1997. With its headquarters in Nairobi, Safaricom operates extensively across East Africa, offering a diverse range of services that include mobile voice, data, and financial solutions. Renowned for its innovative mobile money platform, M-Pesa, Safaricom has revolutionised financial transactions in the region, making banking accessible to millions. The company has consistently achieved significant milestones, including being the first in Africa to launch 4G services. As a market leader, Safaricom holds a substantial share of the Kenyan telecommunications market, recognised for its commitment to customer service and technological advancement. Its unique offerings and strategic initiatives continue to set it apart in the competitive landscape of telecommunications.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Safaricom'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Safaricom's score of 41 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Safaricom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Safaricom, headquartered in Kenya (KE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 55,779,580 kg CO2e. This figure includes 24,324,900 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 14,415,260 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which cover indirect emissions from the value chain, amounted to about 17,039,430 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Safaricom has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to decrease its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 43% by 2030 and 74% by 2050, using 2017 as the base year. Furthermore, it aims to cut its Scope 3 emissions by 41% by 2030 and 72% by 2050. As part of its sustainability strategy, Safaricom also plans for 10% of its suppliers, based on spend, to establish science-based targets for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2023. These commitments align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting Safaricom's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,311,300 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 28,881,100 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,707,400 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Safaricom 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.
