- Inflationary pressures, currency devaluations, and high costs for transitioning to greener technologies.
- Climate challenges impacting network reliability and supply chain resilience.
- High cost of diesel, particularly in Nigeria.
Airtel Africa plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023-04 to 2024-03 reporting, Airtel Africa plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 128.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 82.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 45.7K 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
128.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
2023-04 to 2024-03
Water Usage
123.36 megalitres/year
2023-04 to 2024-03
Waste
631 tons/year
2023-04 to 2024-03
Energy Use
244.5M kWh/year
2023-04 to 2024-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023-04 to 2024-03)
| 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). | 82.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 45.7K 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 |
|---|---|
| 2023-04 to 2024-03 | 128.5K tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2) |
| 2021-10 to 2022-09 | 649.8K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced MSC-based emissions by 15% to 1.91 PUE from 2.24 in March 2022.
- Replaced 4,565 end-of-life lead batteries with 3,022 lithium-ion alternatives.
- 99.3% of hazardous waste materials recycled or reused.
- Eliminated single-use plastics in all offices.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions intensity by 62% from March 2022 baseline by 2032.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 88% population coverage with seamless access to services by 2030.
- Reduce water consumption significantly by 2030.
- Achieve lead-free operations by 2040.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Digital and financial inclusionAccess to quality educationGender equalityEnvironmental protectionClimate change mitigationCorporate governanceHuman and labor rightsCommunity development