United
United Group, a prominent telecommunications and media company, is headquartered in the Netherlands (NL) and operates extensively across Southeast Europe. Founded in 2000, United Group has established itself as a leader in the industry, providing a diverse range of services including broadband, television, and mobile communications. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to digital content and connectivity, offering unique products that cater to the evolving needs of consumers. With a strong market position, United Group has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its service portfolio and strategic acquisitions that enhance its competitive edge. As a key player in the telecommunications sector, United Group continues to shape the landscape of media and communication in the regions it serves.
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United's score of 63 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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United's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, United Group B.V., headquartered in the Netherlands, reported significant carbon emissions across various scopes. The total emissions for Scope 1 were approximately 21,078,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions amounted to about 86,333,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 215,500,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of its value chain. United Group has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is deemed sufficient to limit global warming to below 1.5 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 40% by 2030, relative to a 2022 baseline. Long-term, United Group is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This includes maintaining at least a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2030 through 2040, while also targeting a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These commitments reflect United Group's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its dedication to sustainability within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 18,500,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 182,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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United is participating in some 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.
