- Expansion of 5G network and increase in wireless traffic leading to increased energy consumption.
- Managing waste generation and landfill diversion.
- Maintaining data privacy and security in an increasingly digital environment.
- Ensuring responsible procurement practices across the supply chain.
Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company P JSC
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company P JSC disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 127.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 28.1K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 98.9K tCO2e/year. 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
127.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| 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). | 28.1K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 98.9K tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 127.0K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2022 | 29.9K tCO2e (Scope 1) + 100044 tCO2e (Scope 2) = 129921 tCO2e |
| 2020 | 312.2K tCO2e (2019 data) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Launched the innovative Solar on Tower initiative, installing solar panels on network towers.
- Achieved a 25% reduction in energy consumption at offices through various energy-efficiency initiatives (3M sunscreen, motion sensors, energy-efficient appliances).
- Reduced diesel consumption by 50% at 200 hybrid generator-run BTS sites, saving 5,800 tCO2.
- 138 sites running completely on solar panels, saving 445 tCO2.
- 1,100 free cooling systems installed in mobile sites, resulting in approximately 7,000 MWh/year energy savings.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Expand Solar on Tower initiative to 270 sites by end of 2024.
- Install additional 50 hybrid generators and 100 solar sites by end of 2024.
- Divert 30-50% of waste from landfills over the next three years.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net zero Scope 3 emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Employee engagement and wellbeingCommunity wellbeingEnvironmental footprintData privacy and securityCustomer happinessTechnology for goodEthical governanceDigital inclusivity and empowerment