- Supply chain tensions
- Inflation
- Sudden spike in energy prices
- War in Ukraine
- EV proliferation remains low in our countries of operation
United Group BV
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, United Group BV disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 162 ktCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 20.6 ktCO2e; Scope 2: 141.4 ktCO2e; Scope 3: 239.7 ktCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
162 ktCO2e
2022
Renewable Energy
26%
of total energy
Energy Use
407.3K MWh
2022
📊 Emissions by Scope (2022)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 20.6 ktCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 141.4 ktCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 239.7 ktCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 19% reduction in scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2020
- 17% improvement in energy efficiency (from 40 MWh of electricity per petabyte (PB) of data in 2021 to 33 MWh/PB in 2022)
- 26% of total electricity use from renewable energy in 2022
- Recycled over 736 tonnes of batteries, cables, and electric equipment
- Completed first scope 3 inventory
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- 100% renewable electricity by 2027
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 40% by 2030
- Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030
- 50% of suppliers by spend committed to SBTi validated carbon reduction targets by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net-zero emissions across the value chain by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate Change and Renewable EnergyDigital equityDiversity Equity and InclusionHealth, Safety and Well-beingCircular EconomyCommunity investmentRegulatory ComplianceWater UseData Privacy and SecurityNetwork Reliability and CoverageSustainable SourcingInnovation