United Internet Sustainability Profile
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.
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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 49 is higher than 65% 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 Internet's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, United Internet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,365,352,180 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,497,680 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 2,620,300 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a significant 1,356,234,210 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (966,805,350 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (31,550,100 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 9,378,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and Scope 2 combined, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,938,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 4,440,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial increase in emissions in 2024, primarily driven by Scope 3 activities. United Internet has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2050. The company is actively working towards reducing its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, as part of its near-term targets. Additionally, IONOS, a subsidiary of United Internet, has committed to powering its data centres with renewable energy by 2030, further reinforcing the company's climate strategy. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all figures are reported directly by United Internet AG. The company is committed to transparency in its sustainability efforts, with detailed disclosures available in its sustainability reports.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,311,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 66,092,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 8,160,700 | 000,000 | 000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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United Internet's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
United Internet's Scope 3 emissions, which increased significantly last year and increased significantly since 2016, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 71% of Scope 3 emissions.
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United Internet'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.
United Internet 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.
