Skype Communications SARL Sustainability Profile
Skype Communications SARL, commonly known as Skype, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Luxembourg (LU). Founded in 2003, Skype has revolutionised the way people communicate globally, offering innovative solutions in voice and video calling, instant messaging, and collaboration tools. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Skype serves millions of users and businesses, providing unique features such as high-definition video conferencing and seamless integration with Microsoft products. As a pioneer in the VoIP industry, Skype has achieved significant milestones, including its acquisition by Microsoft in 2011, which further solidified its market position. Recognised for its user-friendly interface and robust functionality, Skype continues to be a preferred choice for personal and professional communication, making it an essential tool in today’s digital landscape.
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As of the latest reporting, Skype Communications SARL does not have specific carbon emissions data available. The company is a current subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. Skype inherits its climate initiatives and targets from Microsoft, which has set ambitious goals to reduce its carbon footprint. Microsoft has committed to becoming carbon negative by 2030 and aims to remove all the carbon it has emitted since its founding in 1975 by 2050. These commitments are part of a broader strategy that includes initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), CDP, RE100, and the Climate Pledge, all of which are cascaded to Skype at a corporate family level. While specific reduction targets for Skype are not detailed, the alignment with Microsoft's overarching sustainability goals indicates a commitment to significant emissions reductions in the future. As a subsidiary, Skype's climate actions will likely reflect Microsoft's comprehensive approach to tackling climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.
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| 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 100,561,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 819,582,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Skype Communications SARL's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Skype Communications SARL's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 42% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Skype Communications SARL's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Skype Communications SARL has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
