Optus
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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How does Optus'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
Optus's score of 38 is higher than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Optus's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Optus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,634,165,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,591,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 366,357,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,635,165,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant reduction in Scope 1 emissions compared to previous years, where Scope 1 emissions were about 1,579,000 kg CO2e in 2022. For 2024, Optus anticipates a further reduction in emissions, with projected Scope 1 emissions of approximately 1,741,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at about 350,491,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions expected to be around 808,328,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by Optus, indicating a potential area for improvement in their sustainability strategy. The company has not outlined any science-based targets or commitments to reduce emissions, which is increasingly becoming a standard expectation within the telecommunications industry. Overall, while Optus has made strides in reducing its carbon footprint, the absence of formal reduction targets suggests that further action may be necessary to align with global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 412,932,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,143,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,149,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 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.
Optus 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.
