Korea Telecom
Korea Telecom, commonly referred to as KT Corporation, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in South Korea (KR). Established in 1981, KT has played a pivotal role in shaping the country's digital landscape, offering a wide range of services across various operational regions, including broadband, mobile, and IPTV. As a key player in the telecommunications industry, KT is renowned for its innovative core products, such as high-speed internet, mobile communications, and advanced cloud services. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of Korea's first commercial 5G network, solidifying its position as a market leader. With a commitment to technological advancement and customer satisfaction, KT continues to drive growth and maintain its reputation as a trusted provider in the competitive telecom sector.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Korea Telecom'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
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Industry Benchmark
Korea Telecom's score of 35 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Korea Telecom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Korea Telecom (KT) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,127,476,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 38,565,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 1,088,911,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 1,854,314,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Over the years, KT has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with significant reductions noted in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from previous years. For instance, in 2012, the total emissions were about 1,098,826,000 kg CO2e, indicating a gradual decrease in emissions over the past decade. Despite these reductions, KT has not publicly committed to specific science-based targets or formal climate pledges. The company continues to disclose its emissions across all three scopes, reflecting its commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. As the telecommunications industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding sustainability, KT's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its carbon footprint are crucial for aligning with global climate goals.
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Get Started| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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| Scope 1 | 63,251,000 | 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 | 1,035,575,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 485,320,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Korea Telecom is not committed to any 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.
