Safaricom
Safaricom PLC, a leading telecommunications provider based in Kenya (KE), has been at the forefront of the industry since its establishment in 1997. With its headquarters in Nairobi, Safaricom operates extensively across East Africa, offering a diverse range of services that include mobile voice, data, and financial solutions. Renowned for its innovative mobile money platform, M-Pesa, Safaricom has revolutionised financial transactions in the region, making banking accessible to millions. The company has consistently achieved significant milestones, including being the first in Africa to launch 4G services. As a market leader, Safaricom holds a substantial share of the Kenyan telecommunications market, recognised for its commitment to customer service and technological advancement. Its unique offerings and strategic initiatives continue to set it apart in the competitive landscape of telecommunications.
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Safaricom's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Safaricom, headquartered in Kenya (KE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 43,900,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 26,616,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 14,869,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 4,319,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 43,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 24,325,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 14,415,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 4,404,000 kg CO2e. Safaricom has set ambitious targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. The company aims to achieve a 20% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2024. Furthermore, it has committed to a significant long-term reduction strategy, targeting a 43% decrease in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 74% reduction by 2050, using 2017 as the base year. For Scope 3 emissions, Safaricom aims for a 41% reduction by 2030 and 72% by 2050. Additionally, Safaricom has pledged that by 2023, 10% of its suppliers by spend on purchased goods and services will set science-based targets for their Scope 1 and 2 emissions. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 28,311,300 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 10,544,310 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 17,707,400 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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