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Windstream Holdings

Windstream Holdings, Inc., commonly referred to as Windstream, is a prominent telecommunications and technology company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2006, Windstream has established itself as a key player in the industry, providing a wide range of services across various operational regions, including the Midwest and Southeast. Specialising in broadband, voice, and managed services, Windstream is known for its commitment to delivering high-speed internet and reliable communication solutions to both residential and business customers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre network, which enhances connectivity and supports the growing demand for digital services. With a strong market position, Windstream continues to innovate, offering unique products that cater to the evolving needs of its clientele, making it a trusted name in the telecommunications sector.

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31

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Windstream Holdings's score of 31 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Windstream Holdings's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, Windstream Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 821,491,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 68,115,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 198,024,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 555,352,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions, which encompasses business travel emissions of about 5,578,000 kg CO2e. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 266,139,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2021, the company’s total emissions were about 787,220,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 59,133,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 205,115,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at 522,972,000 kg CO2e. This indicates an increase in total emissions from 2021 to 2022. Windstream has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing its carbon footprint. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that the company may be in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the telecommunications industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, Windstream's future commitments and actions will be crucial in addressing its environmental impact.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Windstream Holdings's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Windstream Holdings is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Windstream Holdings is not participating in any 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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