Ericsson
Ericsson, officially known as Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and services, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden (SE). Founded in 1876, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the telecommunications landscape, particularly in mobile and broadband technologies. With a strong presence in Europe, North America, and Asia, Ericsson focuses on areas such as network infrastructure, cloud services, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Its core products, including 5G networks and software solutions, are distinguished by their innovative design and scalability, catering to both operators and enterprises. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability and technological advancement, Ericsson has consistently maintained a strong market position, achieving numerous accolades for its contributions to the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ericsson'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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Industry Benchmark
Ericsson's score of 81 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ericsson's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ericsson reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,251,437 kg CO2e. This figure includes 27,029,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and 42,251,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and energy. The company also recorded significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling about 148,728,628 kg CO2e, which encompass indirect emissions from the entire value chain, including business travel and the use of sold products. Ericsson has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by FY2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 50% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline. Within this framework, Ericsson aims for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions and a 50% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect Ericsson's dedication to addressing climate change, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability in the technology sector.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 75,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 185,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 300,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Ericsson is committed to some reduction initiatives 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.
