Optus Sustainability Profile
Optus, officially known as Singtel Optus Pty Limited, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across Australia. Founded in 1992, Optus has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including mobile, broadband, and digital solutions. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to connectivity, providing unique offerings such as 5G mobile services and comprehensive entertainment packages. Optus has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first providers to launch a nationwide 5G network in Australia, solidifying its market position as a forward-thinking telecommunications leader. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Optus continues to shape the future of communication.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Optus's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Optus's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Optus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1.12 billion kg CO2e, comprising 1,741,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 308,331,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 808,328,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data is cascaded from its parent company, Singapore Telecommunications Limited, reflecting the emissions performance of Singtel Optus Pty Limited. Optus has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 25% by 2025, with a baseline year of 2020. Additionally, the company has committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, a target brought forward from 2050. Furthermore, Optus plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 40% across its operations and supply chain between FY23 and FY30. These initiatives demonstrate Optus's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change within the telecommunications industry.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,149,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 412,932,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 13,143,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Optus's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Optus's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 51% last year and increased significantly since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 72% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 45% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Optus's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Optus has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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