O2
O2, officially known as Telefónica UK Limited, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Spain (ES) with significant operations across the United Kingdom. Founded in 1985, O2 has established itself as a key player in the mobile network industry, offering a range of services including mobile telephony, broadband, and digital solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to customer service and technology, providing unique offerings such as O2 Priority, which rewards customers with exclusive deals and experiences. With a strong market position, O2 consistently ranks among the top mobile operators in the UK, recognised for its extensive network coverage and commitment to sustainability. Through continuous investment in infrastructure and technology, O2 remains at the forefront of the telecommunications sector, shaping the future of connectivity.
DitchCarbon Score
How does O2's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
O2's score of 38 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
O2's reported carbon emissions
As of 2022, O2's total carbon emissions reached approximately 316,277 tonnes CO2e. This figure includes emissions from various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 1,757,000 tonnes CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled around 10,243,000 tonnes CO2e. Notably, Scope 3 emissions accounted for approximately 62,521,460 tonnes CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of their supply chain and product usage. O2 has made a commitment to climate action by signing the Climate Pledge on 20 April 2021, which signifies their dedication to achieving net-zero carbon emissions. While specific reduction targets have not been detailed, their participation in this initiative reflects a proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing their overall carbon footprint. In previous years, O2 reported emissions of approximately 26,615,000 tonnes CO2e in 2021 and 27,937,000 tonnes CO2e in 2020, indicating a complex emissions profile that the company is actively working to manage. The company continues to focus on sustainability and reducing its environmental impact as part of its corporate responsibility strategy.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,269,380 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | 195,459,770 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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O2 is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
