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Telecommunications Services
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Skype Technologies S.àr.l. Sustainability Profile

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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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.

100

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.

36

Industry Benchmark

Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s score of 100 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

99%

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Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Microsoft Corporation

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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Scope 1
100,561,000
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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
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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

How Carbon Intensive is Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Skype Technologies S.àr.l. is in LU, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Capital Goods
40%
Purchased Goods and Services
33%
Use of Sold Products
16%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
3%
Business Travel
2%
Employee Commuting
1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Skype Technologies S.àr.l.'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 Technologies S.àr.l. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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