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KPN, officially known as Koninklijke KPN N.V., is a leading provider in the post and telecommunication services industry, headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Established in 1989, KPN has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the Dutch market with a strong presence across various operational regions.
The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including fixed and mobile telephony, broadband, and digital television, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. KPN's unique approach to integrating advanced technology with reliable service has solidified its market position, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
With a focus on sustainability and digital transformation, KPN continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in the telecommunications sector.
+58 vs industry average
Kpn’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
KPN, a Post and Telecommunication Services provider headquartered in NL, reported its latest emissions data for 2025, with total emissions estimated at approximately 773,214,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 5,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of 95,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of 768,000,000 kg CO2e. For the prior year, 2024, KPN's total emissions were approximately 830,040,000 kg CO2e, consisting of 7,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 118,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and 823,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3.
KPN has established comprehensive climate commitments and reduction targets. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. Its near-term Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated targets include reducing absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 84% by 2030 from a 2015 base year, and absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 75.6% by 2033 from a 2015 base year. For Scope 2 emissions, KPN commits to maintain 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2030, aligning with its long-term target to maintain yearly zero Scope 2 emissions from 2030 to 2050 from a 2010 base year.
Further detailed commitments include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2015 base year, and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2015 base year. KPN also aims to continue active annual sourcing of 100% renewable electricity through 2040. The company has been climate neutral since 2015 by using 100% green electricity and compensating other emissions from fossil fuels. It also has an intermediate target to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 45% by 2030 versus a 2014 baseline. KPN is committed to reducing its company-car fleet emissions to 0% CO2e by 2025 for new vehicles and aims for a 100% climate-neutral fleet without compensation for car fuels by 2030.
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84% reduction in Scope 1
KPN commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 84% by 2030 from a 2015 base year.
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Koninklijke KPN N.V. commits to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2040.
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