Saudi Telecom
Saudi Telecom Company (STC), headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a leading player in the post and telecommunication services industry. Established in 1998, STC has significantly shaped the telecommunications landscape in the region, offering a wide range of services including mobile, internet, and fixed-line communications.
With a strong presence across the Middle East, STC is renowned for its innovative solutions and commitment to enhancing connectivity. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being the first in the region to launch 5G services, positioning itself as a market leader. STC's core offerings, including advanced data services and digital solutions, set it apart in a competitive market, making it a pivotal force in driving technological advancement in Saudi Arabia and beyond.
+32 vs industry average
Saudi Telecom’s score of 76 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2027
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Saudi Telecom's reported carbon emissions
Saudi Telecom (STC) has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. For the year 2024, STC reported total emissions of approximately 1.08 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions at around 168.56 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 1.29 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at about 778.47 million kg CO2e. In 2023, STC's total emissions were approximately 1.09 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at around 174.87 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 1.19 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 911.61 million kg CO2e.
STC has set ambitious climate targets. Through its climate action plan, developed in 2023, the company aims to achieve near-term targets of reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50%, and its Scope 3 emissions by 46.2%, both by 2030, using 2019 as a base year. Furthermore, STC has committed to reaching net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2050. Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) data confirms these commitments, indicating targets for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 and a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year, from a 2019 baseline. STC also has long-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2050.
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Saudi Telecom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2030
47% reduction in all scopes
47% Reduction in Scope 1 & 2 absolute emissions by 2030
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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