NBN Co, officially known as NBN Co Limited, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Australia. Established in 2009, NBN Co plays a pivotal role in the rollout of the National Broadband Network (NBN), aiming to provide high-speed internet access across urban, regional, and rural areas of the country.
With a focus on delivering reliable broadband services, NBN Co offers a range of products, including Fibre to the Premises (FTTP), Fibre to the Node (FTTN), and Fixed Wireless solutions. These services are designed to meet the diverse connectivity needs of Australian households and businesses.
Recognised for its significant contributions to the telecommunications landscape, NBN Co has achieved notable milestones in expanding internet accessibility, positioning itself as a cornerstone of Australia's digital future.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
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Nbn Co's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, NBN Co reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 5 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 228 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 1.3 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 95% by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline. Additionally, NBN Co plans to decrease Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 60% per device within the same timeframe. By FY2027, the company also commits that 80% of its suppliers, based on spend, will have science-based targets. NBN Co's long-term goals include maintaining a minimum of 95% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from FY2030 through FY2045, and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by FY2045, both from the FY2021 baseline. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by FY2045.
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Nbn Co’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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