SK Telecom Co., Ltd.
SK Telecom Co., Ltd., a leading telecommunications provider based in South Korea (KR), has been at the forefront of the industry since its establishment in 1984. With its headquarters in Seoul, the company operates extensively across the Asia-Pacific region, offering a diverse range of services that include mobile communications, broadband, and digital solutions. Renowned for its innovative approach, SK Telecom has pioneered advancements in 5G technology and IoT services, setting benchmarks in connectivity and user experience. The company’s commitment to research and development has led to significant milestones, including the launch of the world’s first commercial 5G network in 2019. As a market leader, SK Telecom continues to excel in customer satisfaction and technological innovation, solidifying its position as a key player in the global telecommunications landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does SK Telecom Co., Ltd.'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 Telecom Co., Ltd.'s score of 53 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
SK Telecom Co., Ltd.'s reported carbon emissions
In 2023, SK Telecom Co., Ltd. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,292,968,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,063,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which primarily arise from direct operations, and 1,143,195,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and heat. Additionally, the company reported significant Scope 3 emissions, totalling approximately 3,237,292,000 kg CO2e, which encompass indirect emissions from the value chain. SK Telecom 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 baseline year. The company also targets a 22.3% reduction in 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. Overall, SK Telecom's proactive approach to managing its carbon footprint reflects its commitment to sustainability and climate action within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2007 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 10,515,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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SK Telecom Co., Ltd. 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.
