Eutelsat Group has announced that its short-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets have been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi has confirmed that the company’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions targets align with a 1.5°C trajectory, in accordance with the Paris Agreement.
The approved objectives include a 50% absolute reduction in energy-related GHG emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, Eutelsat aims to achieve a 52% reduction in carbon intensity per satellite megabit (Scope 3) within the same timeframe.
Jean-Hubert Lenotte, Chief Strategy and Resources Officer and Executive Committee Member of Eutelsat Group stated: “This validation by the SBTi underscores our commitment to addressing the urgent environmental challenges of our time. At Eutelsat Group, the protection of the environment on Earth and in Space is at the heart of our CSR mission and strategy, driving us to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to global efforts against climate change. Today’s milestone reinforces our role as a responsible player in the space industry, taking concrete action to reduce emissions and support climate action.”
In 2024, Eutelsat made notable advancements in its sustainability initiatives, including the installation of solar panel programmes at its teleports in Mexico, with expansions planned in Italy and Portugal. The company also increased its reliance on green energy contracts, reinforcing its commitment to minimising its carbon footprint and integrating sustainable practices across its operations.
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