Telus
Telus Corporation, commonly known as Telus, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1990, Telus has grown to become a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, providing a wide range of services across major regions, including British Columbia and Alberta. The company offers innovative solutions in wireless, internet, television, and healthcare, distinguishing itself with a commitment to customer service and community engagement. Telus is renowned for its advanced network infrastructure and has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of 5G technology. With a strong market position, Telus has received numerous accolades for its corporate social responsibility initiatives and customer satisfaction. Its dedication to sustainability and innovation continues to set it apart in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
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Telus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, TELUS Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 209,642,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 50,508,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 159,134,000 kg CO2e. The company also disclosed significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 895,187,000 kg CO2e, which includes emissions from investments, business travel, employee commuting, and the use of sold products. TELUS has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% from 2019 levels by 2030. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, TELUS plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 46% within the same timeframe, as well as achieve a 75% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and the use of sold products per million dollars of revenue. The company previously achieved a 25% reduction in absolute GHG emissions for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 from 2010 to 2020, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability and climate action. TELUS continues to focus on reducing its carbon footprint while enhancing its operational efficiency and sustainability practices.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 75,483,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 290,373,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 47,388,000 | - | - | 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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