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.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Windstream Holdings's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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.
Industry Benchmark
Windstream Holdings's score of 55 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Windstream Holdings's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Windstream Holdings reported total carbon emissions of approximately 814,013,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 137,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 3,207,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 544,974,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to addressing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, Windstream's emissions have fluctuated, with total emissions reaching about 821,491,000 kg CO2e in 2022, 787,220,000 kg CO2e in 2021, and 804,108,000 kg CO2e in 2020. The breakdown of emissions indicates a consistent reliance on Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for the majority of their total emissions across these years. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Windstream Holdings is actively monitoring its emissions and has reported on its carbon intensity in relation to revenue. The company’s emissions intensity for Scope 1 and 2 in 2023 was reported at 0.00272, indicating a focus on improving efficiency and reducing emissions per unit of revenue. Overall, while Windstream Holdings has not set specific reduction targets, its ongoing emissions reporting reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 63,811,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 295,451,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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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 committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
