Airtel pledges 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by FY31

Bharti Airtel on Monday said it has joined global efforts to combat climate change, as the telco has committed to reduce 50 per cent greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by FY31 across its operations.

The company has pledged to significantly reduce its carbon footprint and emissions from its network operations and will achieve its overarching goals through multiple interventions, including accelerated green energy adoption across its network operations, energy-efficient infrastructure and processes as well as implementing sustainable business practices at its workplaces.

"Bharti Airtel today announced its commitment to contribute to global efforts to mitigate the impact of climate change and build a sustainable planet," Airtel said in a statement.

The company said it is committed to a 50 per cent reduction in GHG emissions by FY31 across its operations.

"Airtel has joined the Science-Based Targets initiative's (SBTi) "Business Ambition for 1.5° C" campaign and adopted targets to significantly reduce its carbon footprint and emissions from its network operations," the company statement added.