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Virgin Media Inc.
Virgin Media Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a prominent player in the telecommunications and media industry. Founded in 2006, the company has rapidly expanded its footprint, particularly in major operational regions across the US and the UK. Specialising in broadband, television, and mobile services, Virgin Media distinguishes itself with high-speed internet and innovative entertainment packages. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of its advanced fibre-optic network, which enhances connectivity for millions of customers. With a strong market position, Virgin Media is recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement, making it a leading choice for consumers seeking reliable and cutting-edge communication solutions.
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How does Virgin Media Inc.'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.
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Industry Benchmark
Virgin Media Inc.'s score of 38 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Virgin Media Inc.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2020, Virgin Media Inc. reported its operational carbon footprint per terabyte of data at approximately 500 kg CO2e, although specific total emissions data for that year is not disclosed. The most recent comprehensive emissions data available is from 2016, where the company reported total emissions of about 2,187,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined (market-based), and approximately 3,866,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This included 1,352,000 kg CO2e from business travel and 34,000 kg CO2e from waste generated in operations. Virgin Media's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Liberty Global Ltd., indicating a corporate family relationship. The company has not set specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, and there are no documented reduction initiatives currently in place. Overall, Virgin Media Inc. is committed to addressing its carbon emissions, but further transparency and specific reduction targets would enhance its climate commitments.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,144,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,159,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 159,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Virgin Media Inc. 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.
