Digital companies are actively contributing to the global goal of achieving a carbon-free planet. They are making significant efforts such as purchasing renewable energy, investing in carbon removal, issuing green bonds, and advocating for environmental policies. Additionally, digital products and services are enabling emissions reductions in various sectors.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA) have collaborated on a joint report titled "Greening Digital Companies: Monitoring Emissions and Climate Commitments 2023." This report now in its second edition, examines the emissions and energy usage of 200 leading tech companies worldwide. It not only assesses their climate data and targets but also serves as a valuable resource for companies to learn from best practices and enhance their emissions reduction performance. The report sheds light on the operational emissions and electricity consumption of the ICT sector.
The launch of the report will involve discussions on key findings and feature insights from companies, civil society, governments, and UN agencies. Two webinars have been scheduled to accommodate participants from different time zones.
Upcoming The report will be launched on 5 June 2024, which coincides with the World Environment Day.
To ensure inclusivity across different time zones, we've planned two sessions:
Session One: 9:00 – 10:15 CEST, Geneva / 15:00 – 16:15 CST, Beijing
Session Two: 18:00 – 19:15 CEST, Geneva / 12:00 – 13:15 EDT, New York
