Airtel, officially known as Bharti Airtel Limited, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in India. Founded in 1995, Airtel has established a significant presence across various regions, including South Asia and Africa, making it one of the largest mobile network operators globally. The company operates primarily in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services such as mobile voice and data, broadband, and digital TV. Airtel is renowned for its innovative solutions, including 4G and 5G services, which set it apart in a competitive market. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Airtel has achieved numerous accolades, solidifying its position as a market leader. The company continues to expand its footprint, focusing on enhancing connectivity and digital experiences for millions of users worldwide.
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In 2024, Bharti Airtel Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 492,985,000 kg CO2e, comprising 21,721,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 470,775,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a slight increase in Scope 1 emissions from 20,624,000 kg CO2e in 2023, while Scope 2 emissions rose from 457,309,000 kg CO2e in the same year. Airtel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by FY2031, using FY2020-21 as the baseline. Additionally, the company targets a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions over the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the GSMA's Carbon Action Plan for the telecom industry, which also includes a long-term goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The company has previously achieved a 22% reduction in CO2 emissions per rack in its data centres from 2019 to 2022. Airtel's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its participation in various climate initiatives, ensuring that its strategies are consistent with global climate goals.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 42,955,390 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 880,859,270 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 4,367,602,710 | - | - | - |
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Airtel 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.