Spark New Zealand
Spark New Zealand, commonly referred to as Spark, is a leading telecommunications and digital services provider headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Established in 1987, the company has evolved significantly, becoming a key player in the industry with a focus on delivering innovative solutions across the nation. Operating primarily in New Zealand, Spark offers a diverse range of services, including mobile and fixed-line telecommunications, broadband, and cloud solutions. Its commitment to customer-centric innovation sets it apart, with unique offerings such as Spark's 5G network and advanced digital services tailored for both consumers and businesses. With a strong market position, Spark New Zealand has received numerous accolades for its service excellence and technological advancements, solidifying its reputation as a trusted provider in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
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Industry Average
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Spark New Zealand's score of 52 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Spark New Zealand's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Spark New Zealand reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 397,290,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 4,670,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 12,204,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 397,290,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). Notably, the company has set ambitious targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 56% by FY2030, using FY2020 as the baseline year. Additionally, Spark aims for 70% of its suppliers, based on spend for purchased goods and services and capital goods, to have science-based targets by FY2026. In 2023, Spark's total emissions were approximately 18,137,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2,694,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 10,624,000 kg CO2e. The company has consistently reported emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate impact. Spark New Zealand's initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint and engaging suppliers in sustainability efforts.
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| 2015 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,843,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 27,249,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 56,341,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Spark New Zealand is participating in some 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.
