Freenet AG, a leading telecommunications provider based in Germany, has established itself as a key player in the digital services industry since its founding in 2007. Headquartered in Büdelsdorf, the company operates extensively across major regions in Germany, offering a diverse range of services that include mobile communications, broadband internet, and digital television. Freenet AG is renowned for its innovative approach to connectivity, providing unique products such as flexible mobile plans and high-speed internet solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of consumers. With a strong market position, the company has achieved significant milestones, including strategic partnerships and a robust customer base, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
How does freenet AG'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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freenet AG's score of 62 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, freenet AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 80,662,600 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 3,215,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 51,2100 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant Scope 3 total of around 76,935,500 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions encompass various categories, with the largest contributions from purchased goods and services (about 37,397,800 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (approximately 15,947,300 kg CO2e). Freenet AG has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for CO2 neutrality for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. The company is currently developing a detailed transition plan to achieve this goal, which reflects its commitment to climate change mitigation. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance sustainability and reduce its overall carbon footprint. The emissions data for 2023 indicated a total of about 62,991,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 3,240,200 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) at around 29,761,000 kg CO2e. This demonstrates a proactive approach to monitoring and managing emissions over recent years. Freenet AG's efforts are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the data and commitments are independently sourced. The company continues to focus on reducing its environmental impact while aligning with industry standards for climate action.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 7,994,900 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 71,576,500 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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freenet AG is not participating in any 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.