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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Virgin Media Inc.'s score of 38 is higher than 60% 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 2016, Virgin Media Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 13,120,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,312,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 875,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 3,866,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions included significant contributions from mobile combustion (1,022,000 kg CO2e) and fugitive emissions (122,000 kg CO2e). The company has disclosed emissions data for multiple years, showing a trend in emissions management. For instance, in 2015, total emissions were about 11,220,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,698,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching 45,327,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable focus on tracking and reporting emissions across all scopes. Despite the detailed emissions reporting, Virgin Media Inc. has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Liberty Global Ltd., reflecting a corporate commitment to sustainability within its operational framework. Overall, Virgin Media Inc. is actively monitoring its carbon footprint, although it currently lacks defined reduction initiatives or targets. The company continues to engage in emissions reporting as part of its broader 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.
