Orange
Orange S.A., commonly known as Orange, is a leading telecommunications operator headquartered in France. Founded in 1994, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, providing a wide range of services in the telecommunications industry. With a focus on mobile and fixed-line services, broadband, and digital solutions, Orange stands out for its commitment to innovation and customer experience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of 5G networks and advancements in digital banking services. As one of the largest telecom providers in Europe, Orange is recognised for its robust market position and dedication to sustainability, making it a key player in the global telecommunications landscape.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Orange's score of 99 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Orange's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Orange reported total carbon emissions of approximately 8,408,865,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 at about 372,232,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 716,018,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 4,742,000,000 kg CO2e. In France, the company’s emissions included Scope 1 at about 59,132,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 117,828,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 2,089,058,000 kg CO2e. Orange has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2015 levels, and a 14% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2025 compared to 2018 levels. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with interim targets of a 45% reduction in total emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline. These targets align with industry standards and reflect Orange's commitment to climate change mitigation, reinforcing its strategic plan, "Lead the Future," which focuses on reducing emissions related to digital activities.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 282,526,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 990,554,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | 14,729,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Orange 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.
