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Telewest Communications Networks Limited Sustainability Profile

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Telewest Communications Networks Limited, commonly known as Telewest, is a prominent telecommunications provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in the early 1990s, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the UK’s broadband and digital television markets. Telewest operates primarily in the telecommunications industry, offering a range of services including high-speed internet, digital TV, and telephony solutions. What sets Telewest apart is its commitment to delivering reliable connectivity and innovative entertainment options to its customers. With a strong market position, Telewest has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its fibre-optic network across major urban regions. The company continues to be recognised for its customer service excellence and technological advancements, solidifying its reputation as a leader in the competitive telecommunications landscape.

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Telewest Communications Networks Limited's score of 42 is higher than 67% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

67%

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Telewest Communications Networks Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Virgin Media Inc.

Telewest Communications Networks Limited, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not report specific carbon emissions data, as indicated by the absence of emissions figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Liberty Global Ltd., which influences its climate commitments and reporting practices. While Telewest does not have its own reduction targets, it aligns with broader initiatives from its parent company, Liberty Global Ltd., which has set science-based targets for emissions reductions. These targets are cascaded down to Telewest, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and climate action within the corporate family. Additionally, Telewest is associated with Virgin Media Inc., which is part of the same corporate structure and may influence its climate strategies. However, specific initiatives or commitments from Telewest itself remain unspecified. In summary, while Telewest Communications Networks Limited does not provide direct emissions data or specific reduction targets, it is part of a larger corporate framework that prioritises climate commitments through its relationships with Liberty Global Ltd. and Virgin Media Inc.

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2013201420152016
Scope 1
2,144,000
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Scope 2
8,159,000
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000,000
Scope 3
159,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Telewest Communications Networks Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Telewest Communications Networks Limited's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Telewest Communications Networks Limited's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Telewest Communications Networks Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Telewest Communications Networks Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Telewest Communications Networks Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 91% last year and increased significantly since 2013, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 64% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Business Travel" being the largest emissions source at 35% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2016
Business Travel
35%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Telewest Communications Networks Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Telewest Communications Networks Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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