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Ericsson

Ericsson, officially known as Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and services, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1876, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the telecommunications landscape, particularly in mobile and broadband technologies. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Ericsson focuses on areas such as network infrastructure, cloud services, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Its core products, including 5G networks and software solutions, are distinguished by their innovative design and scalability, catering to both operators and enterprises. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Ericsson has consistently maintained a strong market position, achieving numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Ericsson'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.

100

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Communication Equipment Manufacturing 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

Ericsson's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ericsson's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Ericsson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 18,764,572,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 17,340,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 34,007,000 kg CO2e, and a significant Scope 3 contribution of around 18,713,225,000 kg CO2e. This represents a notable decrease from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 31,852,437,000 kg CO2e. Ericsson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, the company is committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company has previously aimed to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 75% from a 2016 baseline by 2022, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability. Ericsson's ongoing efforts reflect a strong commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in the telecommunications sector.

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Scope 2
185,000,000
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300,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ericsson's primary industry is Radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus (32), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Ericsson is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ericsson 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.

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

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