Ses
SES S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a leading global satellite operator renowned for its innovative satellite communications solutions. Founded in 1985, SES has established a strong presence across Europe, North America, and Asia, providing critical services in the telecommunications and broadcasting sectors. The company’s core offerings include satellite-based connectivity and content distribution, distinguished by their high reliability and extensive coverage. SES operates a diverse fleet of satellites, enabling it to deliver unique solutions tailored to the needs of various industries, including media, government, and enterprise. With a commitment to advancing satellite technology, SES has achieved significant milestones, such as the launch of the first commercial satellite in geostationary orbit. As a market leader, SES continues to shape the future of satellite communications, driving innovation and connectivity worldwide.
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Ses's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, SES S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 116,077,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 7,826,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 14,239,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 94,012,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 111,538,000 kg CO2e, indicating a slight increase in emissions year-on-year. SES has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target is part of their broader sustainability strategy, which also includes ensuring that 73% of their suppliers by emissions will have science-based targets by 2028. Additionally, SES has committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by no later than 2050, with plans to submit Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) targets for validation by 2024. Notably, SES achieved a 32% reduction in emissions from 2019 to 2020, with emissions related to their satellite fleet operations and general administration decreasing from 47,797 metric tons CO2e to 32,606 metric tons CO2e. This demonstrates their ongoing commitment to reducing their carbon footprint and enhancing operational efficiency while transitioning to low-carbon technologies.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,432,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 26,507,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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