Crown Castle Sustainability Profile
Crown Castle International Corp., commonly known as Crown Castle, is a leading provider of communications infrastructure based in GB. Founded in 1998, the company has established a strong presence across the United States, focusing on key operational regions that support the growing demand for wireless connectivity. Specialising in the telecommunications industry, Crown Castle offers a diverse range of services, including tower leasing, small cell solutions, and fibre optic networks. Their unique approach to infrastructure development enables seamless connectivity for mobile operators and enterprises alike. With a robust market position, Crown Castle has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its extensive portfolio of over 40,000 cell towers and thousands of miles of fibre. This commitment to innovation and reliability solidifies Crown Castle's reputation as a trusted partner in the evolving landscape of wireless communication.
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Crown Castle's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Crown Castle reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,277,708,000 kg CO2e. This total includes Scope 1 emissions of about 11,374,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 4,012,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to about 1,262,322,000 kg CO2e. The significant Scope 3 emissions are primarily attributed to downstream leased assets (approximately 994,816,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (about 192,820,000 kg CO2e). Crown Castle has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025. This goal was established in 2021, with the company actively investing in energy reduction initiatives and sourcing renewable energy. As of 2023, they reported being nearly three-quarters of the way to achieving this target. The emissions data is sourced directly from Crown Castle Inc., with no cascading from a parent organization. The company continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint to address the global challenge of climate change.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 13,979,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 63,821,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Crown Castle's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 79% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Crown Castle's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Crown Castle has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
