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PCCW

PCCW Limited, a leading telecommunications and IT services provider, is headquartered in Hong Kong. Founded in 1925, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in Asia and beyond. PCCW operates primarily in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including fixed-line and mobile communications, broadband, and IT solutions. Notable for its innovative approach, PCCW's core products, such as its integrated telecommunications services and cloud computing solutions, set it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of its flagship service, Now TV, which has transformed the entertainment landscape in Hong Kong. With a robust market position, PCCW continues to be recognised for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the region's digital transformation.

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43

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Construction Work 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

PCCW's score of 43 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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PCCW's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, PCCW reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146,832,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 5,477,640 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 140,553,320 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions, amounted to 801,010 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2023, PCCW's total emissions were about 151,679,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 5,080,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 145,617,000 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for that year were recorded at 981,650 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in total emissions from 2023 to 2024. PCCW has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or any formal climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. The emissions data reflects PCCW's ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint while operating from its headquarters in Hong Kong.

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Scope 1
6,211,000
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Scope 2
184,466,000
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000,000,000
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Scope 3
1,247,070
0,000,000
000,000
000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. PCCW's primary industry is Construction work (45), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for PCCW is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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PCCW 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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