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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 Netherlands-based post and telecommunication services provider, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 773,214,000 kg CO2e in 2025. 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. In 2024, KPN's total carbon emissions were approximately 830,040,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 7,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at 118,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 823,000,000 kg CO2e. Looking back, in 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were 9,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) were 132,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 were 795,000,000 kg CO2e.
KPN has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. For near-term targets, KPN is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions by 84% by 2030 from a 2015 base year. They also plan to continue sourcing 100% renewable electricity annually through 2030 and further reduce absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 75.6% by 2033 from a 2015 base year. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2015 base year, maintaining 100% renewable electricity sourcing through 2040, and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2015 base year.
KPN's Scope 1 and 2 targets are classified as consistent with a 1.5°C warming scenario by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). KPN has been climate neutral since 2015, utilizing 100% green electricity generated by local wind farms and biomass plants. Other CO2 emissions from gasoline and petrol are compensated with Gold Standard projects and forest compensation projects.
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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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