Deutsche Telekom AG
Deutsche Telekom AG, commonly referred to as Telekom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded in 1996, the company has established a significant presence across Europe and the United States, offering a wide range of services in the telecommunications and information technology sectors. As a major player in the industry, Deutsche Telekom focuses on mobile communications, fixed-line services, and broadband internet, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer service. The company is renowned for its high-speed internet solutions and extensive mobile network coverage, making it a preferred choice for millions of customers. With a strong market position, Deutsche Telekom has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of T-Mobile and the expansion of its 5G network. Its dedication to sustainability and digital transformation further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the telecommunications landscape.
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Deutsche Telekom AG's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Deutsche Telekom AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,617,683,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 239,602,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were around 217,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. Deutsche Telekom has established near-term targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 95% from 2017 levels by 2025. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 47% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainable practices within the telecommunications sector. Overall, Deutsche Telekom AG is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, with a clear roadmap to achieve climate neutrality in its operations.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 387,708,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,465,914,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 81,558,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Deutsche Telekom AG 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.
