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.
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Ofcom's score of 40 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Ofcom's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ofcom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,162,000 kg CO2e, comprising 148,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 340,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 674,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 886,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 140,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 398,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 347,000 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, Ofcom has demonstrated a fluctuating trend in emissions, with a notable reduction from 1,728,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 344,000 kg CO2e in 2022. However, emissions rose again in subsequent years, indicating challenges in maintaining a consistent downward trajectory. Ofcom has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, which suggests a need for enhanced commitment to climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Ofcom's reporting is independent. Overall, Ofcom's emissions profile highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and strategic planning to achieve meaningful reductions in carbon emissions in alignment with global climate goals.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 335,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,299,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 293,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
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Ofcom is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
