American Telephone and Telegraph Company, commonly known as AT&T, is a leading telecommunications giant headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1885, AT&T has evolved into a major player in the telecommunications industry, providing a wide range of services across North America and beyond. The company is renowned for its core offerings, including mobile and fixed-line voice services, broadband internet, and digital television. AT&T distinguishes itself through its extensive network infrastructure and innovative technology solutions, catering to both individual consumers and businesses. With a strong market position, AT&T has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of 5G technology and strategic acquisitions that have expanded its service capabilities. As a pioneer in the telecommunications sector, AT&T continues to shape the future of connectivity.
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American Telephone And Telegraph's score of 65 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14,500,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 540,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 3,770,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 10,180,000,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight decrease from 2023, when total emissions were about 14,811,085,000 kg CO2e globally. AT&T has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by the end of 2035. This commitment was reaffirmed in 2020, with a target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 63% from a 2015 baseline by 2030, aligning with a 1.5-degree Celsius pathway. Additionally, AT&T plans to ensure that 50% of its suppliers by spend will set science-based targets for their Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2024. The company is also focused on reducing fleet emissions by at least 76% by 2035 through a transition to electric vehicles and a reduction in overall fleet size. These initiatives reflect AT&T's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,070,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 7,690,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 16,930,000,000 | 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 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
American Telephone And Telegraph has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.


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