Deutsche Telekom Sustainability Profile
Deutsche Telekom AG, commonly known as Telekom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded in 1996, the company has established a strong presence across Europe and the United States, particularly through its subsidiary T-Mobile, which is renowned for its innovative mobile services. Operating in the telecommunications industry, Deutsche Telekom offers a diverse range of products and services, including fixed-line and mobile communications, broadband internet, and digital solutions. Its commitment to cutting-edge technology and customer-centric services has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in 5G deployment and digital transformation initiatives. With a focus on sustainability and connectivity, Deutsche Telekom continues to shape the future of communication, making it a pivotal player in the global telecom landscape.
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Deutsche Telekom's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Deutsche Telekom reported approximately 300,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2 emissions, reflecting its ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce combined absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 95% by 2025, using a 2016 baseline. This commitment is part of a broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. In 2024 and 2023, Deutsche Telekom's Scope 2 emissions were reported at about 325,000 kg CO2e, indicating a stable emissions level in recent years. In 2022, the company disclosed a total of approximately 3,185,000 kg CO2e across all scopes, with Scope 1 emissions at about 3,185,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1,173,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 220,480,000 kg CO2e. Deutsche Telekom's climate commitments are further reinforced by its alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a target to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions by 55% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. The company also aims for a 90% reduction in absolute emissions across all scopes by 2040. As a subsidiary of T-Mobile US, Inc., Deutsche Telekom's emissions data and climate initiatives are cascaded from its parent company, ensuring a cohesive approach to sustainability across its corporate family. The company is also a signatory of the Climate Pledge, committing to significant emissions reductions and sustainable practices in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Deutsche Telekom'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.
Deutsche Telekom 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.
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