Swisscom Sustainability Profile
Swisscom AG, headquartered in Bern, Switzerland (CH), is a leading telecommunications and IT service provider in the Swiss market. Founded in 1997, Swisscom has established itself as a key player in the industry, offering a comprehensive range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband internet, and digital solutions for businesses. With a strong focus on innovation, Swisscom is renowned for its high-quality network infrastructure and commitment to sustainability. The company serves millions of customers across Switzerland, providing unique products such as its advanced fibre-optic broadband and cloud services. Notably, Swisscom has consistently ranked among the top telecommunications providers in Europe, recognised for its exceptional customer service and robust market position.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Swisscom's score of 94 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Swisscom's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Swisscom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 519,235,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions accounting for about 13,694,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions comprising approximately 505,541,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the total emissions were slightly higher at about 529,939,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 and 2 emissions at approximately 14,149,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at around 515,790,000 kg CO2e. Swisscom has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2035, in line with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 60.7% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. Specifically, it aims to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions by 60% within the same timeframe. Furthermore, Swisscom plans to source 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030. Historically, Swisscom has achieved significant reductions, having decreased its direct greenhouse gas emissions by over 80% since 1990, with a target of reaching a 90% reduction by 2025 for both Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company also aims to reduce its Scope 2 emissions by 90% across the entire value chain by 2035, compared to the 2018 baseline. These commitments reflect Swisscom's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its dedication to sustainable practices within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 21,400,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Swisscom's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Swisscom 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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