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's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 7.37 billion kg CO2e, comprising 270 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 10 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 7.09 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve net zero emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030 and to halve its Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. Vodafone has reported a 52% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2020, demonstrating progress towards its near-term goal of a 90% reduction in these emissions by 2030, based on a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company aims to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 26% in FY2020 to 100% by FY2025, maintaining this commitment through FY2030. Long-term, Vodafone is committed to achieving net zero emissions across its entire value chain (all scopes) by 2040. This includes a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Vodafone's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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| 2007 | 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 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 |
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.
Vodafone has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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