- Loadshedding and grid instability in South Africa requiring use of diesel backup generators, impacting climate targets and financial performance.
- Shifting business model impacting Net Zero strategy due to increased leased tower sites.
- Damage to equipment during transportation (in Uganda and Côte d’Ivoire)
- Battery inefficiencies (in Uganda and Côte d’Ivoire)
MTN Group Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, MTN Group Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.7M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 292.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 267.8K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 3.2M 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
3.7M tCO2e/year
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). | 292.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 267.8K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 3.2M 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 | 3.7M tCO2e/year |
| 2019 | 2.3 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent |
| 2017 | 2.0M tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 10.9% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from base-year emissions (excluding MTN SA)
- 42.1% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from base-year emissions, including MTN SA
- Construction underway of large solar park at MTN’s headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Avoided more than 6,800 tCO2e in 2023 through Project Infinity (circular economy program).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
- Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 50% by 2030 from a 2021 base year.
- 80% of suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2026.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve Net Zero emissions by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDigital Financial InclusionDiverse SocietyEconomic Growth