China Telecom
China Telecom Corporation Limited, commonly known as China Telecom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Established in 2000, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. As a key player in the telecommunications industry, China Telecom offers a diverse range of services, including fixed-line and mobile communications, broadband internet, and data centre solutions. With a commitment to innovation, China Telecom has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first companies to roll out 5G services in China. Its core products, characterised by high reliability and extensive coverage, set it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its robust infrastructure and customer-centric approach, China Telecom continues to solidify its position as a top-tier telecommunications provider globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does China Telecom'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
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
China Telecom's score of 28 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
China Telecom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, China Telecom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,170,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 170,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 15,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a slight decrease from 2022, where total emissions were about 15,770,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 200,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 15,570,000,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, China Telecom has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 15,460,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of 280,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 15,180,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend indicates a gradual reduction in emissions intensity, with emissions per unit of revenue decreasing from 0.03607 kg CO2e in 2019 to approximately 0.02306 kg CO2e in 2023. Despite the absence of specific reduction targets or climate pledges, China Telecom's ongoing efforts to monitor and report its emissions reflect an awareness of its environmental impact and a commitment to sustainability within the telecommunications industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 210,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,550,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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China Telecom is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
