Ofcom
Ofcom, officially known as the Office of Communications, is the UK’s communications regulator, headquartered in London, Great Britain. Established in 2003, Ofcom oversees the broadcasting, telecommunications, and postal sectors, ensuring fair competition and protecting consumer interests. With a focus on promoting innovation and safeguarding public service broadcasting, Ofcom plays a pivotal role in shaping the UK’s digital landscape. Its core services include regulating TV and radio, managing the radio spectrum, and overseeing telecommunications providers. Notable achievements include the implementation of the Digital Economy Act and initiatives to enhance broadband access across the UK. As a leading authority in the communications industry, Ofcom is committed to fostering a competitive market while ensuring that consumers receive high-quality services.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Ofcom'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
Ofcom's score of 35 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ofcom's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ofcom reported total carbon emissions of 690,000 kg CO2e, comprising 140,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 398,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 347,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 2 emissions, which rose from 172,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Over the years, Ofcom has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions, with total emissions peaking at 1,728,000 kg CO2e in 2018. The organisation has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formalised commitments to reduce its carbon footprint. Ofcom's emissions primarily stem from business travel and electricity consumption, highlighting the need for strategic initiatives to address these areas. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while Ofcom is aware of its emissions, it may need to enhance its climate action framework to align with industry standards and expectations.
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Add to project| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 233,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,630,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 380,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Ofcom is not committed to any 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.
