United
United Group, a prominent telecommunications and media company, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Southeast Europe. Founded in 2000, United Group has established itself as a leader in the industry, providing a diverse range of services including broadband, television, and mobile communications. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to digital content and connectivity, offering unique products that cater to the evolving needs of consumers. With a strong market position, United Group has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its service portfolio and strategic acquisitions that enhance its competitive edge. As a key player in the telecommunications sector, United Group continues to shape the landscape of media and communication in the regions it serves.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation 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.
Industry Benchmark
United's score of 60 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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United's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Group B.V. reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 21078000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 86333000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, with an additional 215500000 kg CO2e attributed to Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. This target is aligned with their long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2040. For Scope 3 emissions, United Group B.V. has committed to a 40% reduction by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. These targets are consistent with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to keep global temperature rise below 1.5 degrees Celsius. The company’s reduction initiatives are not only ambitious but also reflect a commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility within the telecommunications sector. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced directly from United Group B.V., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 182,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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United is participating in some 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.
