Telia
Telia Company AB, commonly known as Telia, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1853, Telia has evolved into a major player in the Nordic and Baltic regions, offering a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband, and digital TV. With a strong focus on innovation, Telia stands out for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of 5G networks across its operational territories, enhancing connectivity for millions. Recognised for its robust market position, Telia continues to lead in digital transformation, providing unique products and services that cater to both individual and business needs. Its dedication to quality and reliability has solidified its reputation as a trusted telecommunications partner in the region.
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Telia's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Telia Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 640,766,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 5,473,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 7,670,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 627,623,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a continued reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for about 401,801,000 kg CO2e. Telia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. In the near term, the company targets a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, Telia aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and downstream leased assets by 29% by 2025. The company has made notable progress, having already reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 78% in its operations (Scope 1 and 2) compared to 2018 levels by 2021. Furthermore, Telia is committed to ensuring that 72% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services, will have science-based targets by 2025. Overall, Telia's climate strategy reflects a robust approach to reducing carbon emissions, with clear targets and a commitment to sustainability in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 48,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 289,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 12,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Telia is participating in some 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.
