IHS Towers, a leading independent tower company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Africa and the Middle East. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications infrastructure industry, focusing on the development, ownership, and management of telecommunications towers.
IHS Towers offers a range of services, including tower leasing and site management, which are distinguished by their commitment to operational excellence and customer-centric solutions. With a robust portfolio of over 30,000 towers, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships with major telecom operators.
Recognised for its innovative approach and strong market position, IHS Towers continues to drive growth in the telecommunications sector, supporting the increasing demand for connectivity in emerging markets.
-2 vs industry average
Ihs Towers’s score of 42 is higher than 59% 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 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Ihs Towers's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ihs Towers reported total carbon emissions of approximately 977,093,000 kg CO2e, comprising 868,011,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 109,082,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 974,519,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 881,455,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 93,064,000 kg CO2e. Ihs Towers has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce kilowatt-hour emissions intensity by approximately 50% by 2030. This target encompasses both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from their tower portfolio, with 2021 emissions data serving as the baseline. The company is actively working towards these goals as part of their Carbon Reduction Roadmap, reflecting a commitment to mitigating their environmental impact. As of now, Ihs Towers has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, which includes emissions from purchased goods and services. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, ensuring that the figures are specific to Ihs Towers.
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Ihs Towers’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50% reduction in Scope 1
Under our Carbon Reduction Roadmap, our target is to reduce kilowatt-hour emissions intensity by approximately 50% by 2030. This target cove…
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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