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updated 8 months ago

China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. Sustainability Profile

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China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd., commonly known as China Unicom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1994, the company has grown to become a significant player in the telecommunications industry, offering a wide range of services across various regions in China and beyond. China Unicom is renowned for its innovative mobile and fixed-line communication services, including 4G and 5G networks, broadband internet, and data services. The company distinguishes itself through its commitment to technological advancement and customer-centric solutions. With a strong market position, China Unicom has achieved notable milestones, including extensive network coverage and strategic partnerships that enhance its service offerings. As a key contributor to China's digital economy, China Unicom continues to shape the future of telecommunications in the region.

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How does China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'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.

33

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.

36

Industry Benchmark

China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'s score of 33 is higher than 51% 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 United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions

Inherited from China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited

China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited, which may influence its climate commitments and performance metrics. As of now, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges from China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. This lack of specific initiatives may reflect a broader industry context where telecommunications companies are increasingly focusing on sustainability but may not yet have formalised their commitments. The emissions data and performance metrics for China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. are inherited from its parent company, China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited, which operates at a cascade level of 1. This relationship suggests that any climate initiatives or emissions data relevant to China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. would be derived from the performance and commitments of its parent organisation. In summary, while specific emissions data and reduction targets are not available for China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd., its affiliation with China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited may provide a framework for future climate commitments and performance tracking.

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201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
370,000,000
000,000,000
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000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 2
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00,000,000,000
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00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 3
-
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-
-
-
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How Carbon Intensive is China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'s primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'s Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

China United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd.'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 United Network Communications Group Co., Ltd. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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