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
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 Tower's score of 22 is lower than 81% 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 2024, China Tower reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,157,362 kg CO2e, comprising 50,748,060 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 2,964,988,100 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The Scope 1 emissions primarily stemmed from mobile combustion (about 44,120,400 kg CO2e) and stationary combustion (approximately 2,111,850 kg CO2e). In 2023, the company’s emissions were about 89,363,956 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 83,655,110 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 8,099,845 kg CO2e. China Tower has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor does it have any emissions data cascaded from a parent organization. The company has not reported Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from its operations. The absence of reduction commitments suggests that China Tower is still in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy.
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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.
