Vodafone
Vodafone Group Plc, commonly known as Vodafone, is a leading player in the post and telecommunication services industry, headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1984, Vodafone has grown to become one of the world's largest mobile network operators, with a significant presence across Europe, Africa, and Asia.
The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including mobile voice and data, fixed broadband, and IoT solutions, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer service. Vodafone's market position is bolstered by notable achievements, such as pioneering the first mobile phone call in the UK and consistently ranking among the top telecom providers globally. With a focus on connectivity and digital transformation, Vodafone continues to shape the future of communication.
+56 vs industry average
Vodafone’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vodafone's reported carbon emissions
Vodafone, a UK-based telecommunications services provider, has outlined ambitious climate commitments and emissions reduction targets.
Carbon Emissions:
- 2025: Vodafone reported approximately 9.82 billion kg CO2e in total emissions. This figure comprises roughly 280 million kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) and approximately 7.09 billion kg CO2e for Scope 3.
- 2024: Total emissions were approximately 10.57 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) at about 700 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 7.68 billion kg CO2e.
- 2023: The company's total emissions were approximately 11.7 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) at roughly 930 million kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 8.77 billion kg CO2e.
- 2022: Total emissions amounted to approximately 10.38 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) at about 1.03 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 9.05 billion kg CO2e.
- 2021: Vodafone reported total emissions of approximately 10.82 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 at around 1.42 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 9.4 billion kg CO2e.
- 2020: Total emissions were approximately 10.19 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) at about 1.75 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 7.85 billion kg CO2e.
- 2019: Total emissions were approximately 12.86 billion kg CO2e, including Scope 1 and 2 at about 2.14 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 at around 10.7 billion kg CO2e.
- 2018: Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 2.06 billion kg CO2e.
- 2017: Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 2.34 billion kg CO2e.
- 2016: Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 2.04 billion kg CO2e.
- 2015: Total emissions were approximately 4.04 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) at about 2.49 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 at approximately 1.66 billion kg CO2e.
- 2014: Total emissions were approximately 4.04 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 and 2 (market-based) of about 2.38 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 of approximately 1.66 billion kg CO2e.
Climate Commitments and Reduction Targets:
Vodafone has established significant climate targets, aiming for net-zero emissions across its full value chain by 2040. Key commitments include:
- Net Zero Operations (Scope 1 & 2): Achieving net-zero emissions from its own operations and purchased energy by 2030. This target has been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
- Scope 3 Reduction: Halving emissions from its value chain (Scope 3) by 2030.
- Long-Term Net Zero: Reaching net-zero GHG emissions across the entire value chain by FY2040.
- Absolute Reductions: Committing to at least a 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by FY2030 from a FY2020 baseline.
- Renewable Electricity: Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity by FY2025.
These targets are aligned with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C, as validated by the SBTi. Vodafone is working towards regional net-zero operations goals, targeting 2028 in Europe and 2035 in Africa.
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Vodafone’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2040
3% reduction in scope 3 upstream
Halve carbon emissions from our supply chain, business travel, our joint ventures, the use of products we have sold and business travel (Sco…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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