Alcatel-Lucent, a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, is headquartered in France and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. Founded in 2006 through the merger of Alcatel and Lucent Technologies, the company has since established itself as a leader in network and communications technology. Specialising in IP networking, cloud solutions, and ultra-broadband access, Alcatel-Lucent offers innovative products that enhance connectivity and operational efficiency. Their unique approach to integrating software and hardware solutions has positioned them at the forefront of the digital transformation landscape. With a strong market presence, Alcatel-Lucent has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in 5G technology and contributions to smart city initiatives. Their commitment to innovation and quality continues to drive their reputation as a trusted partner in the global telecommunications sector.
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In 2016, Alcatel-Lucent reported total carbon emissions of approximately 46,219,400,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 117,900,000 kg CO2e, primarily from mobile combustion, and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 432,800,000 kg CO2e, mainly from purchased electricity. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, with notable contributions from purchased goods and services (about 1,725,900,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (approximately 154,700,000 kg CO2e). Alcatel-Lucent has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This commitment reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and aligns with industry standards for sustainability. Additionally, the company previously pledged to cut its absolute carbon footprint from Scope 1 and Scope 2 operations by 50% by 2020, using 2008 as a baseline. In 2016, actions taken resulted in a 10% reduction in these emissions compared to the previous year. Overall, Alcatel-Lucent's climate strategy demonstrates a commitment to significant emissions reductions and a transition towards more sustainable operations, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change.
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2012 | 2013 | 2015 | 2016 | |
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Scope 1 | 66,292,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 721,188,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
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Alcatel-Lucent is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.