Iridium
Iridium Communications Inc., commonly known as Iridium, is a leading player in the satellite communications industry, headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2001, the company has established itself as a pioneer in providing global voice and data services through its unique constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. Iridium's core offerings include satellite phones, data modems, and IoT solutions, which are distinguished by their ability to deliver reliable connectivity in the most remote locations. With a significant presence in sectors such as maritime, aviation, and government, Iridium has achieved notable milestones, including the successful launch of its Iridium NEXT satellite constellation. Recognised for its robust network and innovative technology, Iridium continues to maintain a strong market position, serving a diverse clientele across the globe.
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Iridium's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Iridium reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6,091,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), 1,830,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, and 2,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 2022, where they were about 223,000 kg CO2e, and a notable increase in Scope 2 emissions from 5,824,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 combined were approximately 6,091,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Iridium is committed to sustainability and is a supporter of the Paris Peace Forum’s “Net Zero Space” initiative, which aims for the sustainable use of outer space by 2030. This initiative focuses on reducing debris orbiting Earth and includes commitments to reduce emissions in both Scope 1 and Scope 2 by 2030. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) but continues to engage in efforts to mitigate its environmental impact. Iridium's emissions data is sourced directly from Iridium Communications Inc., with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 231,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,531,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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Iridium 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.
