Public Profile

Veon

Veon Ltd., commonly referred to as Veon, is a prominent telecommunications and technology company headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with significant operations across Eastern Europe, South Asia, and Africa. Founded in 1992, Veon has evolved from a traditional telecom provider into a digital services leader, marking key milestones such as its expansion into mobile financial services and digital content. The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including mobile voice and data services, broadband, and innovative digital solutions. What sets Veon apart is its commitment to integrating technology with telecommunications, enabling enhanced customer experiences through unique platforms. With a strong market position, Veon has garnered recognition for its contributions to digital transformation in emerging markets, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking player in the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Veon'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.

18

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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Veon's score of 18 is lower than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Veon's reported carbon emissions

Veon, headquartered in Italy, currently does not provide specific carbon emissions data or reduction targets. Without available figures, it is unclear how their emissions profile looks in terms of Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions. However, the company is expected to align with industry standards for climate commitments, focusing on sustainability and reducing environmental impact. As the telecommunications sector increasingly prioritises climate action, Veon may be working towards future initiatives to enhance their environmental performance. Further details on their climate commitments or specific reduction strategies are not available at this time.

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Veon's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Veon is headquartered in IT, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

Veon 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.

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

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