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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.
+55 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, has set ambitious climate targets. For 2025, KPN reported total carbon emissions of approximately 773,214,000 kg CO2e, encompassing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. This includes approximately 5,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, about 95,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based), and approximately 768,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3.
KPN is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, with significant interim targets. The company aims for a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2010 as a baseline year. Additionally, KPN has set a long-term goal to reduce its value chain (Scope 3) CO2e emissions by 90% by 2040, against a 2015 baseline, with an intermediate target of 45% reduction by 2030 (compared to a 2014 baseline). Their Scope 1 emissions reduction target is 84% by 2030, and Scope 3 emissions are targeted for a 75.6% reduction by 2033, both against a 2015 base year.
KPN's climate strategy also includes maintaining 100% renewable electricity sourcing for Scope 2 emissions, which has been in place since 2011 and is committed until at least 2050. They are also working towards a 48% reduction in electricity consumption by 2030 compared to 2010, aiming to use less than 400 GWh annually. The company is actively engaging with its suppliers to drive decarbonisation within the value chain, with a significant portion of their top suppliers having net-zero targets.
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2030
84% reduction in Scope 1
KPN commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 84% by 2030 from a 2015 base year.
2040
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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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