- Data limitations in calculating environmental metrics (e.g., usage estimates applied to some locations).
- Increased Scope 3 emissions from corporate travel due to resumed normal operations after COVID-19.
Iridium Satellite LLC
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Iridium Satellite LLC disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 6.0K mtCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based). By scope: Scope 1: 223 mtCO2e; Scope 2: 5.8K mtCO2e; Scope 3: 1.3K mtCO2e. 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
6.0K mtCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based)
2022
Water Usage
9.0M gallons
2022
Waste
40.5K tons
2022
Energy Use
68.1K GJ
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). | 223 mtCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 5.8K mtCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.3K mtCO2e |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6.0K mtCO2e (Scope 1 & 2 Market-Based) |
| 2021 | 8.8K mtCO2e |
| 2020 | 7.5K mtCO2e (Scope 1 & 2) |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 15% from 2021 to 2022 due to reduction in real estate footprint and energy efficiency upgrades.
- Collaborated with industry peers to produce the Satellite Orbital Safety Best Practices Guide.
- Submitted the CDP Climate Change Questionnaire for the first time.
- Aligned ESG disclosure with TCFD framework.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Developing low-carbon solutions for internal operations and business strategy.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Environmental Stewardship + Climate ChangeOur People + Our CultureServing Our CommunitiesGovernance + Responsible Business Practices