Telenet
Telenet Group Holding NV, commonly known as Telenet, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium. Founded in 1996, Telenet has established itself as a key player in the Belgian market, primarily serving Flanders and Brussels. The company operates in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including broadband internet, digital television, and mobile telephony. Telenet is renowned for its innovative products, such as high-speed internet and advanced TV services, which set it apart from competitors. With a strong focus on customer experience and technological advancement, Telenet has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre network. As a market leader, Telenet continues to shape the digital landscape in Belgium, consistently delivering high-quality services to its growing customer base.
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Telenet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Telenet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 357,744,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 8,116,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,334,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2, market-based), and a significant 348,283,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 378,639,000 kg CO2e. Telenet has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2017 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a 90% reduction target for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2022 baseline. For Scope 3 emissions, Telenet aims for a 55% reduction by 2030. The company is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity by 2030, further aligning with the Paris Agreement's 1.5-degree reduction scenario. Telenet's targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring they meet industry standards for climate action.
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| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,621,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 16,346,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,115,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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