Sk
SK Group, a prominent South Korean conglomerate, is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea (KR). Founded in 1953, SK has evolved into a leading player in various industries, including telecommunications, energy, and chemicals. Notably, SK Telecom, a subsidiary, is renowned for its innovative mobile services and advanced 5G technology, positioning itself as a market leader in the telecommunications sector. The group also excels in petrochemicals through SK Innovation and has made significant strides in sustainable energy solutions. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, SK Group has achieved numerous milestones, including substantial investments in green technologies. Its diverse portfolio and strategic focus on digital transformation have solidified its reputation as a forward-thinking enterprise in the global market.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Sk'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
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Industry Benchmark
Sk's score of 42 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Sk's reported carbon emissions
As of 2023, SK Telecom reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,905,940,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 343,870,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 263,823,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 1,044,501,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 45.7% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, SK Telecom is committed to a 22.3% reduction in its absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. Historically, SK Telecom's emissions have varied, with significant figures reported in previous years, such as 1,039,979,000 kg CO2e in 2020 and 1,030,910,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to tracking and managing its carbon footprint. Through these initiatives, SK Telecom is positioning itself as a leader in sustainability within the telecommunications sector, reflecting a commitment to reducing its environmental impact and contributing to climate action.
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| 2007 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,515,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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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.
Sk is committed to some 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.
