Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company, commonly known as PLDT, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Makati City, Philippines. Established in 1928, PLDT has evolved into a major player in the telecommunications industry, offering a wide range of services including fixed-line and mobile telephony, broadband, and digital solutions across the archipelago. With a strong presence in urban and rural areas, PLDT serves millions of customers, making significant strides in expanding its fibre-optic network. The company is renowned for its innovative products, such as PLDT Home Fibr, which delivers high-speed internet connectivity, setting it apart in a competitive market. PLDT's commitment to technological advancement and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a trusted leader in the Philippine telecommunications landscape.
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Philippine Long Distance Telephone's score of 79 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,588,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 42,204,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 670,910,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 495,356,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions included significant contributions from capital goods (194,180,000 kg CO2e) and the use of sold products (163,729,000 kg CO2e). PLDT has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 40% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. This target reflects the company's proactive approach to mitigating climate change impacts. In a previous initiative, PLDT aimed for a 3% reduction in greenhouse gases by the end of 2021, which was also based on 2019 data. The company’s emissions data is sourced directly from PLDT Inc., with no cascading from a parent organization. PLDT's ongoing efforts and commitments underscore its dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 19,288,730 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 97,403,900 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Philippine Long Distance Telephone's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 13% last year and decreased by approximately 52% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 41% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Capital Goods" being the largest emissions source at 39% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Philippine Long Distance Telephone 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.
