Alcatel-Lucent, a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2006 through the merger of Alcatel and Lucent Technologies, the company has since established itself as a leader in network and communications technology. Specialising in IP networking, cloud solutions, and ultra-broadband access, Alcatel-Lucent offers innovative products that enhance connectivity and operational efficiency. Their unique approach to integrating software and hardware solutions has positioned them at the forefront of the digital transformation landscape. With a strong market presence, Alcatel-Lucent has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in 5G technology and contributions to smart city initiatives. Their commitment to innovation and quality continues to drive their reputation as a trusted partner in the global telecommunications sector.
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In 2015, Alcatel-Lucent reported total carbon emissions of approximately 404,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions from mobile combustion accounting for about 44,080,000 kg CO2e. This marked a decrease from 2014, when total emissions were approximately 448,000,000 kg CO2e. The highest recorded emissions were in 2013, with a total of about 560,000,000 kg CO2e, including significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, such as business travel and the use of sold products. Alcatel-Lucent has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This commitment follows a previous target to cut absolute carbon emissions by 50% by 2020, based on 2008 levels. Notably, in 2019, the company achieved a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and a 55% decrease in energy expenses. The emissions data and climate initiatives are cascaded from its parent company, Nokia Oyj, which oversees sustainability efforts across its subsidiaries. Alcatel-Lucent's performance and targets align with Nokia's broader sustainability strategy, reinforcing its commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in the telecommunications industry.
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2012 | 2013 | 2015 | |
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Scope 1 | 66,292,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | 721,188,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - |
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Alcatel-Lucent is not participating in any 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.