Millicom International Cellular
Millicom International Cellular S.A., commonly known as Millicom, is a leading telecommunications and media company headquartered in Luxembourg (LU). Founded in 1990, Millicom has established a strong presence in Latin America and Africa, providing essential connectivity and digital services to millions of customers across these regions. Specialising in mobile and fixed-line telecommunications, Millicom offers a diverse range of products and services, including mobile voice and data, broadband, and digital entertainment. The company is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer-centric solutions, which set it apart in the competitive telecom landscape. With a focus on expanding digital access, Millicom has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a key player in the industry. Its dedication to enhancing connectivity and driving economic growth in emerging markets underscores its notable achievements and market influence.
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Millicom International Cellular's score of 63 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Millicom International Cellular's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Millicom International Cellular reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,426,091,000 kg CO2e, comprising 30,524,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 146,673,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 1,138,894,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a slight decrease in Scope 1 emissions from 31,942,000 kg CO2e in 2022, while Scope 2 emissions increased from 139,242,000 kg CO2e in the previous year. Scope 3 emissions also decreased from 1,582,304,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Millicom has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2035, also from a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, Millicom has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and demonstrate Millicom's commitment to addressing climate change within the telecommunications sector. The company is actively working towards these goals, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing sustainability practices.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 20,553,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 137,754,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,988,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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