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Lg U Plus
Post and Telecommunications ServicesSouth KoreaKSC: 032640.KS
Last verified 11 months agolguplus.com
LG Uplus, often known as LG U+, is a prominent South Korean telecommunications company established in 1996. Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, it stands as a key player in the post and telecommunication services industry, renowned for its commitment to innovation and advanced connectivity across the nation.
The company delivers comprehensive mobile communication, broadband internet, and IPTV services to consumers, alongside pioneering B2B solutions including IoT platforms, enterprise data centres, and cloud computing. LG Uplus actively drives digital transformation by leveraging its cutting-edge 5G network and customer-centric approach, solidifying its significant market position within the competitive global digital landscape.
56
DitchCarbon score
+14 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
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Reported emissions
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Lg U Plus's reported carbon emissions
LG Uplus, a South Korean post and telecommunication services provider, reported total Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.81 billion kg CO2e in 2024. This includes about 6.95 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 1.299 billion kg CO2e from market-based Scope 2, and around 504.37 million kg CO2e from Scope 3.
In 2023, their total emissions were about 1.933 billion kg CO2e, comprising around 7.79 million kg CO2e (Scope 1), approximately 1.365 billion kg CO2e (market-based Scope 2), and about 560.42 million kg CO2e (Scope 3). This indicates a decrease in total emissions from 2023 to 2024.
LG Uplus has set several climate commitments. The company aims to achieve Net Zero by 2050 and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 38% by 2030, using 2022 as a base year.
Their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved near-term targets include a commitment to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 54.6% by 2033 from a 2022 base year. Additionally, LG Uplus Corp. commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 32.5% by 2033 from a 2023 base year. These targets are classified as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C.
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Lg U Plus’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2033
32.5% reduction in scope 3 total
LG Uplus Corp. commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 32.5% by 2033 from a 2023 base year.
At risk32.5%
2033
54.6% reduction in Scope 2
LG Uplus Corp. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 54.6% by 2033 from a 2022 base year.
Behind target54.6%
2033
54.6% reduction in Scope 1
LG Uplus Corp. commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 54.6% by 2033 from a 2022 base year.
Behind target54.6%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Lg U Plus’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2024, LG Uplus reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.81 billion kg CO2e. This represents a reduction from the approximately 1.93 billion kg CO2e reported in 2023. The company's emissions are tracked across Scope 1, 2, and 3, with Scope 2 being the largest contributor. This year-over-year decrease indicates progress in the company's efforts to manage its carbon footprint within the post and telecommunication services sector.
Data year: 2024
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