Zte
ZTE Corporation, commonly known as ZTE, is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, headquartered in Shenzhen, China (CN). Founded in 1985, ZTE has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on areas such as wireless, broadband, and terminal equipment. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, ZTE is renowned for its innovative products, including 5G infrastructure and smart devices, which are distinguished by their advanced technology and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to commercialise 5G technology, solidifying its position as a market leader. ZTE's commitment to research and development has earned it numerous accolades, making it a trusted partner for operators and enterprises worldwide.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Zte'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 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.
Industry Benchmark
Zte's score of 48 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Zte's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ZTE Corporation reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 65,455,341,760 kg CO2e, comprising 45,218,370 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 459,217,880 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 64,950,905,510 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data highlights the company's substantial carbon footprint across its operations and value chain. ZTE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 52% by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, ZTE plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 52% per terabyte throughput within the same timeframe. For long-term goals, ZTE aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, maintaining this level through 2050, alongside a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect ZTE's proactive approach to addressing climate change, demonstrating a clear pathway towards sustainability in the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,931,020 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 173,372,330 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Zte 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.
