Kpn
KPN, officially known as Koninklijke KPN N.V., is a leading telecommunications and IT services provider headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1989, KPN has evolved into a key player in the Dutch market, offering a wide range of services including fixed and mobile telephony, broadband, and digital television. With a strong presence across the Netherlands, KPN is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of its fibre-optic network, which enhances connectivity for both residential and business customers. KPN's core offerings, characterised by reliability and advanced technology, position it as a trusted partner in the telecommunications industry. Notably, KPN has received accolades for its sustainability efforts, further solidifying its market leadership.
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Kpn's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KPN reported total carbon emissions of approximately 6208000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 118356000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 813481000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in light of its ambitious targets. KPN aims to achieve a 100% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2010 as the baseline year, and plans to maintain zero emissions from 2030 to 2050. Additionally, KPN has set a target to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 20% by 2025 and 50% by 2040, based on a 2014 baseline. In terms of energy consumption, KPN is committed to reducing its electricity usage by 48% by 2030 compared to 2010 levels, aiming for less than 400 GWh of consumption. The company also plans to neutralise a maximum of 10% of its 2015 baseline Scope 1 and 3 emissions by 2040. KPN's climate strategy aligns with industry standards, demonstrating a proactive approach to sustainability and carbon management. The company is actively sourcing 100% renewable electricity through 2030, further solidifying its commitment to environmental responsibility.
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| 2010 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 59,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 347,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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