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Deutsche Telekom AG

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Deutsche Telekom AG, commonly referred to as Telekom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded in 1996, the company has established a significant presence across Europe and the United States, offering a wide range of services in the telecommunications and information technology sectors. As a major player in the industry, Deutsche Telekom focuses on mobile communications, fixed-line services, and broadband internet, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer service. The company is renowned for its high-speed internet solutions and extensive mobile network coverage, making it a preferred choice for millions of customers. With a strong market position, Deutsche Telekom has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of T-Mobile and the expansion of its 5G network. Its dedication to sustainability and digital transformation further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the telecommunications landscape.

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99

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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Deutsche Telekom AG's score of 99 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Deutsche Telekom AG's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Deutsche Telekom AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,394,301,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 236,355,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 16,212,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 10,141,734,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded total emissions of about 10,617,683,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 239,602,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (market-based) at about 17,957,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 10,360,124,000 kg CO2e. Deutsche Telekom has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by up to 95% by 2025 compared to 2017 levels, with a target of achieving net-zero emissions for these scopes by 2025. Additionally, the company plans to cut Scope 3 emissions by 25% per customer by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Long-term, Deutsche Telekom aims for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a reduction target of at least 90% from a 2020 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to sustainability and climate neutrality. The data reported is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that these figures and commitments are specific to Deutsche Telekom AG.

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1,465,914,000
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81,558,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Deutsche Telekom AG's primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Deutsche Telekom AG is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Deutsche Telekom AG is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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