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 strategic partnerships and continuous investment in infrastructure, 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
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
O2's score of 26 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 316,277,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes emissions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 sources. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 1,887,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 12,130,000 kg CO2e. The majority of O2's emissions stem from Scope 3, which accounted for around 304,147,000 kg CO2e, primarily from purchased goods and services. In recent years, O2 has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2021, the company reported total emissions of approximately 26,615,000 kg CO2e, down from about 27,937,000 kg CO2e in 2020. This reduction reflects O2's commitment to sustainability and climate action. O2 is a signatory of the Amazon Climate Pledge, which they signed on 20 April 2021, demonstrating their commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. This pledge aligns with their broader climate strategy aimed at reducing emissions across all scopes and enhancing their sustainability practices.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,269,380 | 0,000,000 | 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 | 000,000,000 |
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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.
