China Telecom
China Telecom Corporation Limited, commonly known as China Telecom, is a leading player in the post and telecommunication services industry, headquartered in Beijing, CN. Established in 2000, the company has rapidly evolved, becoming one of the largest telecommunications providers in the world, with a significant presence across various regions in China and beyond.
Specialising in fixed-line and mobile telecommunications, broadband services, and data communication, China Telecom distinguishes itself through its extensive network infrastructure and innovative technology solutions. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the rollout of 5G services, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the digital transformation of telecommunications.
With a strong market position, China Telecom continues to expand its service offerings, catering to both individual consumers and businesses, and is recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
-2 vs industry average
China Telecom’s score of 42 is higher than 52% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
China Telecom's reported carbon emissions
China Telecom, a leader in the post and telecommunication services industry in China, is actively engaged in reducing its environmental impact. For the reporting year 2024, the company reported total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 14.35 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises about 140 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 14.21 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions.
In the preceding year, 2023, China Telecom's Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to approximately 15.17 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 170 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 15 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back further, emissions for 2022 were approximately 15.77 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1: about 200 million kg CO2e, Scope 2: approximately 15.57 billion kg CO2e). In 2021, the total Scope 1 and 2 emissions were approximately 15.46 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 280 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at around 15.18 billion kg CO2e. For 2020, the reported total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and a portion of Scope 3) were approximately 13.76 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 210 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 at approximately 13.55 billion kg CO2e. In 2019, Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled approximately 13.55 billion kg CO2e, consisting of about 210 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 13.34 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2.
China Telecom has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, with a commitment to reduce comprehensive energy consumption intensity and greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2025. Furthermore, as part of the "China Telecom • Zero Carbon Qinghai" initiative, the company is working towards carbon-neutral operations in Qinghai by 2024 and net-zero emissions in its Qinghai supply chain by 2040.
It is important to note that the emissions data for China Telecom is cascaded from its parent company, China Telecom Corporation Limited. While Scope 1 and 2 data is reported, Scope 3 emissions reporting is still developing, with purchased goods and services identified as a missing data point in recent reports.
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China Telecom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2040
The Company continues to promote the construction of “China…
The Company continues to promote the construction of “China Telecom • Zero Carbon Qinghai”, and commits to achieve carbon-neutral operation…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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