Elisa Corporation, commonly known as Elisa, is a leading telecommunications and digital services provider headquartered in Finland. Established in 1882, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones such as its expansion into mobile services and the launch of innovative digital solutions. Operating primarily in Finland and Estonia, Elisa offers a diverse range of services, including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and cloud solutions. What sets Elisa apart is its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric innovation, ensuring high-quality connectivity and digital experiences. With a strong market position, Elisa has received numerous accolades for its service excellence and technological advancements, solidifying its reputation as a trusted partner in the telecommunications industry.
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In 2023, Elisa Corporation reported significant greenhouse gas emissions, totalling approximately 268,879,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 4,084,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,595,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and a substantial 268,879,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030 and by 90% by 2040, using 2021 as the base year. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions (1, 2, and 3) and align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) criteria. Elisa's long-term goal is to achieve net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, prioritising direct emissions reductions and neutralising any residual emissions. The company has also committed to reducing its energy consumption's carbon footprint by 50% by 2025 from 2016 levels. These initiatives reflect Elisa's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2009 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 100,200 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 64,327,500 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Elisa's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 16% last year and increased by approximately 117% since 2016, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 55% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Elisa 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.
