Kcom Sustainability Profile
Kcom, officially known as Kcom Group plc, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in the United Kingdom. Established in 1904, the company has evolved significantly, focusing on delivering innovative connectivity solutions across the GB region, particularly in Yorkshire and the Humber. Specialising in broadband, voice, and data services, Kcom stands out for its commitment to high-quality customer service and advanced network infrastructure. The company has achieved notable milestones, including the rollout of its full-fibre network, which enhances digital connectivity for both businesses and residential customers. With a strong market position, Kcom is recognised for its reliability and expertise in the telecommunications industry, making it a trusted partner for organisations seeking robust communication solutions.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Kcom's score of 51 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Kcom's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Kcom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 30,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 24,000,000 kg CO2e. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 779,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 2,523,000 kg CO2e. The breakdown of Scope 3 emissions included business travel (about 212,000 kg CO2e), employee commute (approximately 423,000 kg CO2e), and downstream leased assets (around 17,576,000 kg CO2e). In 2024, Kcom's emissions were reported at approximately 30,149,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,108,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,670,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions for that year were significant, totalling around 30,149,000 kg CO2e. For 2023, Kcom's emissions in Great Britain were reported at approximately 33,927,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 1,108,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 3,779,000 kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions were notably high, reaching around 50,370,000 kg CO2e. Kcom has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments, and their emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, KCOM Group Limited. This data reflects their ongoing efforts to monitor and report on carbon emissions across all scopes, although no formal reduction initiatives or SBTi targets have been established.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,934,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,222,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Kcom's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kcom's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 14% last year and increased by approximately 712% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Leased Assets" being the largest emissions source at 68% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kcom's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Kcom has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
