Faroese Telecom
Faroese Telecom, also known as Føroya Tele, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Denmark. Established in 1998, the company has significantly shaped the telecom landscape in the Faroe Islands, offering a range of services that include mobile, broadband, and fixed-line solutions. With a strong focus on innovation, Faroese Telecom stands out for its commitment to delivering high-quality connectivity and customer service. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its fibre-optic network, which enhances internet speeds and reliability across the islands. As a key player in the telecommunications industry, Faroese Telecom continues to strengthen its market position, providing unique products tailored to the needs of both residential and business customers. Its dedication to technological advancement and customer satisfaction solidifies its reputation as a trusted telecom partner in the region.
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Faroese Telecom's score of 9 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Faroese Telecom's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Føroya Tele Samtakið (Faroese Telecom) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 290,215,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3, 30,225,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 49,086,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. This marked a slight increase in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2020, where total emissions were about 269,203,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, 29,304,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 66,998,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1. Føroya Tele has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the baseline year. This target has been approved through a streamlined validation route for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company also plans to measure and reduce its Scope 3 emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to tackling its overall carbon footprint. These commitments position Føroya Tele as a proactive player in the telecommunications sector, addressing climate change through significant emission reduction targets.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 66,998,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 29,304,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 269,203,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Faroese Telecom 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.
