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Zain Group, a leading telecommunications provider, is headquartered in Kuwait (KW) and operates extensively across the Middle East and North Africa. Established in 1983, Zain has significantly shaped the post and telecommunication services industry, offering a diverse range of mobile and data services.
With a commitment to innovation, Zain provides unique products such as 5G connectivity and digital solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of its customers. The company has achieved notable milestones, including being the first operator in the region to launch 5G services, solidifying its position as a market leader.
Zain's dedication to customer satisfaction and technological advancement has earned it numerous accolades, making it a prominent player in the telecommunications landscape.
83
DitchCarbon score
+41 vs industry average
Zain’s score of 83 is higher than 85% 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
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Zain's reported carbon emissions
Zain, a Kuwaiti-headquartered company in the Post and telecommunication services industry, has set ambitious climate targets.
As of 2024, Zain reported total emissions of approximately 1.49 billion kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 330.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 662.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 501.2 million kg CO2e. Looking ahead to 2025, Zain anticipates total emissions of approximately 1.52 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 358.6 million kg CO2e for Scope 1, 684.0 million kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 480.4 million kg CO2e for Scope 3. In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 1.49 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 359.3 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 648.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 490.3 million kg CO2e.
Zain (Mobile Telecommunications Company K.S.C.P.) has committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. This long-term commitment includes reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, Zain plans to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. For the near-term, Zain is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. The company also previously aimed to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 25% and Scope 2 emissions by 20% by 2025, from a 2020 baseline. Further, Zain seeks to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to "near zero" by the middle of this decade.
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Zain’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
42% reduction in Scope 1
MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANY K.S.C.P - Zain commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target42%
2030
42% reduction in Scope 2
MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANY K.S.C.P - Zain commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 42% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target42%
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MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPANY K.S.C.P - Zain commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2050.
Behind target0%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
2026 disclosureSee details
Not active
The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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