Telstra
Telstra Corporation Limited, commonly known as Telstra, is a leading telecommunications and media company headquartered in Australia. Established in 1901, Telstra has evolved into a major player in the telecommunications industry, providing a wide range of services across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. The company offers core products such as mobile and fixed-line telecommunications, broadband services, and digital solutions, distinguished by its extensive network coverage and commitment to innovation. Telstra has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of Australia's first 5G network, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a strong focus on customer experience and technological advancement, Telstra continues to shape the future of connectivity in Australia and beyond.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Telstra's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Telstra's score of 82 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Telstra's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Telstra reported total carbon emissions of approximately 910,607,000 kg CO2e, which includes Scope 1 emissions of about 30,738,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of around 879,870,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2019 baseline. This target encompasses Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by FY2050. In terms of specific reductions, Telstra has committed to a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2030, and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Telstra's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the telecommunications sector in Australia.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 47,204,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,259,292,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,601,807,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Telstra is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
