Spectrum
Spectrum, officially known as Charter Communications, Inc., is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1999, Spectrum has rapidly expanded its footprint across major operational regions, providing services to millions of customers nationwide. The company operates primarily in the cable and broadband industry, offering a diverse range of products including high-speed internet, cable television, and voice services. What sets Spectrum apart is its commitment to delivering reliable connectivity and innovative solutions, such as Spectrum Mobile and Spectrum TV, which cater to the evolving needs of consumers. With a strong market position, Spectrum has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in network infrastructure and customer service enhancements. As a prominent player in the telecommunications sector, Spectrum continues to shape the landscape of digital communication in the US.
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Spectrum's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Spectrum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,094,729 kg CO2e. This figure includes 20,271 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,964 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and a significant 2,071,495 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the company’s emissions were notably higher, with total emissions reaching about 1,537,292 kg CO2e (market-based) from Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined, alongside 957,348,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The breakdown for 2023 indicates 431,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 1,106,578,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based). Spectrum has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, nor does it appear to have cascaded data from a parent company regarding emissions reduction strategies. The emissions data is sourced directly from Spectrum, with no indication of inherited data from Charter Communications, Inc. Overall, while Spectrum has made strides in reporting its emissions, the absence of defined reduction targets suggests an opportunity for further commitment to climate action.
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| 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 426,160,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000.00 |
| Scope 2 | 1,191,163,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000.00 |
| Scope 3 | 924,892,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Spectrum 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.
