Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company, commonly known as PLDT, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Makati City, Philippines. Established in 1928, PLDT has evolved into a major player in the telecommunications industry, offering a wide range of services including fixed-line and mobile telephony, broadband, and digital solutions across the archipelago. With a strong presence in urban and rural areas, PLDT serves millions of customers, making significant strides in expanding its fibre-optic network. The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as PLDT Home Fibr, which delivers high-speed internet connectivity, setting it apart in a competitive market. PLDT's commitment to technological advancement and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a trusted leader in the Philippine telecommunications landscape.
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Philippine Long Distance Telephone's score of 28 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Philippine Long Distance Telephone (PLDT) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 712,704,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 45,835,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 666,870,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with 2020 emissions recorded at approximately 482,951,000 kg CO2e, where Scope 1 accounted for about 43,248,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 for about 439,703,000 kg CO2e. PLDT has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company has reported emissions data for Scopes 1 and 2, but there is no available data for Scope 3 emissions, which typically encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. The telecommunications sector, in which PLDT operates, is increasingly focusing on sustainability and reducing carbon footprints. However, PLDT's current emissions trajectory suggests a need for enhanced climate commitments and strategies to align with industry standards for carbon reduction.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 268,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 290,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - |
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