Swisscom AG, headquartered in Bern, Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the wired telecommunications carriers industry. Founded in 1997, Swisscom has established itself as a cornerstone of the Swiss telecommunications landscape, providing a comprehensive range of services including fixed-line and mobile telephony, broadband internet, and digital TV.
With a strong presence across Switzerland, Swisscom is renowned for its commitment to innovation and quality. The company’s core offerings, such as its high-speed fibre-optic networks and advanced cloud solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. Notably, Swisscom has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of 5G technology, positioning itself as a frontrunner in digital transformation.
Recognised for its exceptional customer service and robust infrastructure, Swisscom continues to maintain a dominant market position, serving millions of customers while driving the evolution of telecommunications in Switzerland.
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Industry Intensity
Wired Telecommunications Carriers is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Wired Telecommunications Carriers industry has reduced its overall emissions by 19% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
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Swisscom's reported carbon emissions
Swisscom, a Wired Telecommunications Carrier headquartered in CH, reported a total of approximately 81.9 billion kg CO2e in emissions for 2025. This total comprises approximately 16.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, approximately 127.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and approximately 799.7 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
Swisscom is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2035. This ambitious target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Previously, the company aimed for a 90% reduction in its direct greenhouse gas emissions by 2025, building on a 1990 baseline, having already achieved more than an 80% reduction over the preceding 30 years.
Further targets include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2035, compared to a 2018 baseline. Near-term goals include an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, and a 60% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2030, both from a 2018 baseline. Swisscom also commits to sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030.
The company has also set specific reduction goals, such as a 25% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions between 2020 and 2025. Additional commitments include a 10% reduction in Scope 1 emissions and an 18% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2020, based on 2013 levels. Swisscom has also committed to a 100% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2020, compared to 2013.
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Swisscom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives

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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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