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Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. (commonly known as CHT) is a leading player in the post and telecommunication services industry, headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan. Established in 1946, CHT has evolved into a comprehensive telecommunications provider, offering a wide range of services including fixed-line, mobile, and broadband internet solutions.
With a strong presence across Taiwan, CHT is renowned for its innovative products and commitment to quality, making it a trusted choice for both residential and business customers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of advanced 5G services, positioning itself as a market leader in the region. CHT's dedication to technological advancement and customer satisfaction continues to drive its success in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
77
DitchCarbon score
+35 vs industry average
Cht’s score of 77 is higher 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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Industry Intensity
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Cht's reported carbon emissions
Cht, a Post and telecommunication services company headquartered in Taiwan, reported approximately 2.47 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for 2025. This included about 25.56 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 655.73 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1.79 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2024, Cht's total emissions were approximately 2.39 billion kg CO2e. This comprised around 20.32 million kg CO2e in Scope 1, 604.98 million kg CO2e in Scope 2 (market-based), and 1.77 billion kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions.
For 2023, the company reported total emissions of approximately 2.48 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 18.87 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at around 645.49 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 1.81 billion kg CO2e.
Looking back to 2022, Cht's total emissions were approximately 2.54 billion kg CO2e. This included roughly 19.19 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 694.91 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1.83 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions.
In 2021, Cht's total emissions were approximately 2.19 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 17.89 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) of around 716.98 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 of approximately 1.46 billion kg CO2e.
Cht has set several ambitious climate commitments, with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets. The company aims for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045.
Near-term SBTi targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030, against a 2020 base year. Additionally, Cht commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030, against a 2021 base year.
For long-term SBTi targets, Cht aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 95% by 2040, against a 2020 base year. The company also commits to reducing absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2045, against a 2021 base year.
Cht also declared RE100 by 2040 and SBT net-zero by 2050, as reported in their 2022 ESG report. Furthermore, by saving electricity and replacing high-energy equipment, Cht achieved a 9.6% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions in 2022 (714 million kg CO2e) compared to 2020 base year levels.
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Cht’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2040
95% reduction in Scope 2
Chunghwa Telecom commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 95% by 2040 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target95%
2040
95% reduction in Scope 1
Chunghwa Telecom commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 95% by 2040 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target95%
2045
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Chunghwa Telecom also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2045 from a 2021 base year
Behind target90%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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