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Skype Technologies S.àr.l., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), is a leading player in the telecommunications industry, specialising in voice and video communication services. Founded in 2003, Skype has evolved significantly, becoming synonymous with online communication and collaboration. The company offers a range of core products, including Skype for Business and the popular Skype app, which enable users to connect seamlessly through voice calls, video conferencing, and instant messaging. What sets Skype apart is its user-friendly interface and robust features that cater to both personal and professional needs. With a strong market position, Skype has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first platforms to popularise VoIP technology. Its innovative solutions continue to shape the way individuals and businesses communicate globally, making it a trusted name in the digital communication landscape.
How does Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'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.
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.
Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Skype Technologies S.àr.l., headquartered in Luxembourg (LU), currently does not report any specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of figures in the latest emissions report. The company is a current subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, and its climate commitments and initiatives are cascaded from its parent organisation. As part of Microsoft's broader sustainability strategy, Skype Technologies is aligned with several significant climate initiatives, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), and the RE100 commitment to renewable energy. These initiatives aim to drive substantial reductions in greenhouse gas emissions across their operations. While specific reduction targets for Skype Technologies are not detailed, the overarching goals set by Microsoft include achieving carbon negativity by 2030 and reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions across its entire value chain. This commitment reflects a strong dedication to addressing climate change and promoting sustainability within the technology sector. In summary, while Skype Technologies S.àr.l. does not currently report specific emissions data, it is actively engaged in climate commitments through its affiliation with Microsoft Corporation, which sets ambitious targets for reducing carbon emissions and enhancing environmental responsibility.
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2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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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 |
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.
Skype Technologies S.àr.l. 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.