Nos
Nos, officially known as Nos, SGPS, S.A., is a prominent telecommunications and entertainment company headquartered in Portugal. Established in 2014, Nos has rapidly evolved to become a key player in the Portuguese market, offering a diverse range of services across fixed and mobile telecommunications, television, and internet solutions. With a strong presence in major operational regions throughout Portugal, Nos distinguishes itself through innovative products such as fibre-optic broadband and advanced mobile services. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its 5G network, positioning itself as a leader in the digital transformation of the telecommunications industry. Nos is recognised for its commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement, making it a preferred choice for consumers seeking reliable connectivity and entertainment options.
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Nos's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, NOS reported total carbon emissions of approximately 209,165,000 kg CO2e. This includes 3,988,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, primarily from mobile combustion, and 35,766,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The majority of their emissions, about 169,411,000 kg CO2e, fall under Scope 3, which encompasses various categories such as capital goods and purchased goods and services. Comparatively, in 2023, NOS's total emissions were about 243,264,000 kg CO2e, indicating a reduction in emissions year-on-year. The company has set ambitious targets to further decrease its carbon footprint, committing to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, NOS aims to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. As a founding member of the European Green Digital Coalition, NOS has pledged to achieve full carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2040. This commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) requirements, ensuring that their targets are consistent with the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. Overall, NOS is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established clear, science-based targets to guide its climate commitments.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 7,320,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 43,064,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 310,880,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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