Sba Communications
SBA Communications Corporation, commonly referred to as SBA, is a leading player in the telecommunications infrastructure industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1989, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including North America and Latin America. SBA focuses on the ownership and management of wireless communication sites, offering a diverse range of services such as tower leasing and site development. What sets SBA apart is its commitment to providing high-quality infrastructure solutions that support the growing demand for mobile connectivity. With a robust portfolio of over 18,000 sites, SBA has positioned itself as a key provider in the market, achieving notable milestones in expansion and customer satisfaction. The company continues to play a vital role in enhancing communication networks, making it a trusted partner for wireless carriers and service providers.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Sba Communications'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
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Industry Benchmark
Sba Communications's score of 38 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sba Communications's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SBA Communications reported total carbon emissions of approximately 142,600,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 10,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 12,300,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 120,200,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with a notable increase from 87,300,000 kg CO2e in 2021 and 143,800,000 kg CO2e in 2022. SBA Communications has committed to near-term reduction targets, although specific numerical goals have not been disclosed. The company is not currently committed to a net-zero target. Their emissions data indicates a focus on managing Scope 3 emissions, which represent the majority of their carbon footprint, primarily from downstream leased assets and fuel and energy-related activities. Overall, SBA Communications is actively monitoring its carbon emissions and has made commitments towards climate action, reflecting a growing awareness of sustainability within the real estate sector in the United States.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,800,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,800,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Sba Communications 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.
