China Mobile
China Mobile Limited, headquartered in Beijing, CN, is a leading telecommunications provider in the world, renowned for its extensive mobile network and innovative services. Founded in 1997, the company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest mobile operator by subscriber base globally. Operating primarily in mainland China, China Mobile offers a diverse range of services, including mobile voice, data, and broadband services. Its unique selling proposition lies in its advanced 5G network and comprehensive digital solutions, catering to both individual and enterprise customers. With a strong market position, China Mobile has consistently been recognised for its technological advancements and customer service excellence, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the telecommunications industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does China Mobile'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
China Mobile's score of 56 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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China Mobile's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, China Mobile reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,460,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 200,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 32,260,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions intensity per unit of data traffic, achieving a decrease of about 18.8% since 2020. For 2023, the company recorded total emissions of approximately 35,400,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 220,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 35,180,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting contributing an additional 365,500,000 kg CO2e. China Mobile has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a minimum 20% decline in greenhouse gas emissions per unit of total telecommunications services by 2025, compared to 2020 levels, for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Furthermore, the company is aligned with the International Energy Agency's (IEA) Beyond 2 Degrees Scenario (B2DS), targeting net-zero emissions in the energy sector by around 2060 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Overall, China Mobile's climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to managing carbon emissions and contributing to global sustainability efforts.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 240,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,910,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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.
China Mobile 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.
