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Kcom Sustainability Profile

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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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51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

36

Industry Benchmark

Kcom's score of 51 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

66%

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Kcom's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Kcom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 29.3 million kg CO2e, comprising 779,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 2,523,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 25,999,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from downstream leased assets (about 17.6 million kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (approximately 6.8 million kg CO2e). In 2024, Kcom's total emissions were approximately 33.9 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,108,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 2,670,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 30,149,000 kg CO2e. The 2023 data indicated total emissions of about 54.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 1,108,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 3,779,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 50,370,000 kg CO2e. Kcom's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, KCOM Group Limited, reflecting its current subsidiary status. However, there are no specific reduction targets or climate pledges documented in their reports. The company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.

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20182019202020212022202320242025
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

How Carbon Intensive is Kcom's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Kcom's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Kcom's Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Kcom is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

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.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2025
Downstream Leased Assets
68%
Purchased Goods and Services
26%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
4%
Employee Commuting
2%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%

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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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