Citic Telecom, officially known as Citic Telecom International Holdings Limited, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1997, the company has expanded its operations across key regions in Asia, offering a diverse range of services that include fixed-line and mobile telecommunications, data centre solutions, and cloud services. With a strong focus on innovation, Citic Telecom distinguishes itself through its robust infrastructure and commitment to customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and expansions that enhance its market position. Recognised for its reliability and comprehensive service offerings, Citic Telecom continues to play a pivotal role in the telecommunications industry, catering to both individual and enterprise clients.
How does Citic Telecom'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.
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Citic Telecom's score of 23 is lower than 71% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2022, Citic Telecom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 36,283,300 kg CO2e, comprising 261,800 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 35,882,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 139,500 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked a slight decrease from 2021, where total emissions were about 40,492,400 kg CO2e. The company has disclosed emissions data for all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its reporting. Despite the significant emissions figures, Citic Telecom has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction initiatives or SBTi targets. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited, reflecting the broader corporate family's commitment to sustainability. The intensity of greenhouse gas emissions for Citic Telecom was reported at approximately 4.9 kg CO2e per million HKD of telecommunications revenue in 2023, showcasing the company's operational efficiency in relation to its financial performance. As Citic Telecom continues to navigate its environmental impact, the focus remains on improving transparency and potentially establishing future climate commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 667,500 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 38,371,700 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 265,100 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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.
Citic Telecom 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.

