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Comcast Sustainability Profile

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Comcast Corporation, a leading telecommunications conglomerate based in the United States, is renowned for its innovative services in the cable, internet, and entertainment sectors. Founded in 1963, Comcast has evolved significantly, becoming a major player in the industry with its headquarters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and operations spanning across various regions in North America. The company is best known for its Xfinity brand, which offers high-speed internet, digital cable television, and home phone services. Comcast distinguishes itself through its commitment to customer service and cutting-edge technology, including advanced streaming options and smart home solutions. With a strong market position, Comcast has consistently been recognised for its achievements in broadband connectivity and media production, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of modern communication and entertainment.

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100

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

Comcast's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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Comcast's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Comcast reported total carbon emissions of approximately 225,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 2 emissions. This figure reflects the company's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. In 2024, Comcast's emissions were significantly higher, with a total of approximately 11,085,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 413,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,127,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 9,545,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comcast has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035 for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 market-based emissions across its global operations. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year. For Scope 3 emissions, Comcast targets a reduction of 27.5% within the same timeframe. The company has made notable progress, having reduced its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by approximately 31% from 2019 levels through 2023. These initiatives are part of Comcast's broader sustainability strategy, which includes engaging suppliers to adopt science-based targets by 2029. Overall, Comcast's climate commitments and reduction targets reflect a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.

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2019202020212022202320242025
Scope 1
577,000,000
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-
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
-
Scope 2
1,755,000,000
-
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000
Scope 3
12,310,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
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How Carbon Intensive is Comcast's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Comcast's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Comcast's Location?

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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 Comcast is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Comcast's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Comcast's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 12% last year and decreased by approximately 22% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 40% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Downstream Leased Assets
40%
Purchased Goods and Services
28%
Capital Goods
19%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
2%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
2%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%

Comcast'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.

Comcast has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. 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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