China Tower Sustainability Profile
China Tower Corporation Limited, commonly referred to as China Tower, is a leading telecommunications infrastructure provider headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 2014, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Guangdong, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang, positioning itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry. Specialising in the construction and leasing of telecommunications towers, China Tower offers unique services that enhance network coverage and efficiency for mobile operators. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the establishment of a vast network of over 1.9 million towers, making it the largest tower company globally. With a strong market position, China Tower is recognised for its innovative solutions and commitment to sustainability, contributing to the advancement of China's digital infrastructure. Its strategic partnerships and focus on operational excellence further solidify its reputation as a leader in the telecommunications sector.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
China Tower's score of 22 is lower than 76% 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 Tower's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, China Tower's carbon emissions totalled approximately 83,655,110 kg CO2e, comprising about 68,956,290 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and about 809,984,450 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, mainly from purchased electricity. The combined total for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions reached about 893,639,560 kg CO2e. For 2024, the emissions data indicates a significant increase, with total emissions reported at approximately 50,748,060 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 2,964,988,100 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of approximately 3,015,736,150 kg CO2e for both scopes combined. Despite these figures, China Tower has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it appear to have cascaded any targets from parent organisations. The company has not reported any Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. Overall, while China Tower has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of reduction commitments or targets suggests a need for further action in addressing its climate impact.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 33,440,600 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - |
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China Tower'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.
China Tower has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
