Vodafone Group Plc, commonly known as Vodafone, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1984, Vodafone has grown to become a global powerhouse in the mobile and fixed-line communications industry, with significant operations across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. The company offers a diverse range of services, including mobile voice and data, broadband, and IoT solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer service. Vodafone's unique offerings, such as its extensive 5G network and flexible plans, position it as a market leader. With a strong presence in over 20 countries and partnerships in many more, Vodafone has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first to launch 5G services in various markets. Its dedication to sustainability and digital transformation further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking telecommunications provider.
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In 2025, Vodafone reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 13,700,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, alongside 260,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 10,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes. Vodafone has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030 and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. The company has achieved a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2020, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. Looking ahead, Vodafone is working towards net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline, and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. Additionally, Vodafone plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 26% in 2020 to 100% by 2025, maintaining this commitment through 2030. These initiatives are part of Vodafone's broader strategy to mitigate its environmental impact and align with global climate goals, reflecting its status as a responsible leader in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 40,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Vodafone 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.
