United Internet
United Internet AG, headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany, is a leading player in the telecommunications and internet services industry. Founded in 1988, the company has established itself as a key provider of web hosting, cloud services, and broadband solutions across Europe, particularly in Germany and other major operational regions. With a diverse portfolio that includes brands like 1&1 and GMX, United Internet offers unique products tailored to both individual and business needs. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to digital services, consistently enhancing user experience through cutting-edge technology. As a prominent market contender, United Internet has achieved significant milestones, including a strong customer base and recognition for its commitment to quality and reliability in the digital landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does United Internet'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.
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.
Industry Benchmark
United Internet's score of 41 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
United Internet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Internet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,378,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,938,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 4,440,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a significant reduction in emissions over the years, with total emissions decreasing from about 28,493,800 kg CO2e in 2018 to the latest figure in 2023. In 2022, United Internet's emissions were approximately 27,769,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,400,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at 23,369,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and 2 emissions, which are directly related to the company's operations and energy consumption. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by United Internet. The company has not outlined any science-based targets or formal commitments to further decrease its emissions in the future. This lack of defined goals may reflect a broader industry context where many companies are still developing comprehensive climate strategies. Overall, United Internet's emissions data illustrates a positive trajectory towards sustainability, although the absence of formal reduction targets suggests room for improvement in their climate commitments.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,311,100 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 20,711,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 1,668,300 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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.
United Internet is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
