- Maintaining strong network reliability and resilience in the face of weather events.
- Evolving cybersecurity and data privacy programs to address a changing threat landscape.
- Transition risks related to policy and legal changes, technology shifts, market dynamics, and reputational impacts.
Lumen Technologies, Inc.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2022 reporting, Lumen Technologies, Inc. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 1.4M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) + 999252 tCO2e/year (Scope 3 upstream). By scope: Scope 1: 173.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 1.3M tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 999.3K tCO2e/year (upstream). 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
1.4M tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2 market-based) + 999252 tCO2e/year (Scope 3 upstream)
2022
Renewable Energy
5% (2022)
of total energy
Water Usage
1.3M m³ (2022) (North America)
2022
Waste
23.5K tons/year (U.S.)
2022
Energy Use
4.1M MWh/year
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). | 173.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.3M tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 999.3K tCO2e/year (upstream) |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 25% (2018-2022), exceeding the 18% target set for 2025.
- Reduced Scope 3 GHG emissions by 39% (2018-2022), exceeding the 10% target set for 2025.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Network reliability and resilienceCybersecurity and data privacyEthical conduct and responsibilityInclusive culture