British Telecommunications
British Telecommunications plc, commonly known as BT, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1846, BT has evolved into a major player in the global telecommunications industry, providing a wide range of services across the UK and beyond. The company operates through several key divisions, including BT Consumer, BT Business, and Openreach, focusing on broadband, mobile, and network services. BT is renowned for its innovative products, such as fibre-optic broadband and mobile services through its subsidiary, EE. With a commitment to enhancing connectivity, BT has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of 5G technology and extensive fibre networks. As a market leader, BT continues to shape the future of telecommunications, maintaining a strong position in both consumer and enterprise sectors.
DitchCarbon Score
How does British Telecommunications's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
British Telecommunications's score of 64 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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British Telecommunications's reported carbon emissions
In 2018, British Telecommunications (BT) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,099,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 180,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of around 160,000,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 4,758,000,000 kg CO2e. BT has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions intensity by 87% by 2030, compared to 2016/17 levels, specifically for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This commitment reflects BT's dedication to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact. The emissions data is cascaded from BT Group plc, indicating that the figures are part of a broader corporate strategy aimed at sustainability. BT's initiatives align with industry standards and demonstrate a proactive approach to climate commitments, although specific SBTi targets have not been disclosed. Overall, BT's efforts highlight its role in the telecommunications sector's transition towards a more sustainable future, with a focus on significant reductions in carbon emissions across its operations.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 151,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
British Telecommunications is not participating in any 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.
