Telkom
Telkom SA SOC Ltd, commonly referred to as Telkom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Pretoria, South Africa (ZA). Established in 1991, Telkom has evolved into a key player in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services across fixed-line, mobile, and broadband sectors. With a strong presence in major operational regions throughout South Africa, Telkom is renowned for its innovative solutions, including fibre-optic connectivity and mobile data services. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of its extensive fibre network, which distinguishes it in a competitive market. Recognised for its commitment to quality and customer service, Telkom continues to solidify its market position, making it a trusted choice for both residential and business clients seeking reliable communication solutions.
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Telkom's score of 66 is higher than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Telkom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Telkom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,051,155,000 kg CO2e, comprising 85,100,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 619,640,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,951,155,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, with a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040. Telkom has set ambitious near-term reduction targets, aiming for a 54.6% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2033, using FY2022 as the baseline. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, fuel and energy-related activities, and the use of sold products by 32.5% within the same timeframe. For the long term, Telkom aims for a 90% reduction in both Scope 1 and 2 emissions and Scope 3 emissions by FY2040. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Telkom's proactive approach to sustainability reflects its commitment to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility within the telecommunications sector in South Africa.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 55,227,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 601,433,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Telkom 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.
