Sunrise Communications Group AG Sustainability Profile
Sunrise Communications Group AG, commonly referred to as Sunrise, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 2000, the company has made significant strides in the industry, becoming a key player in mobile, broadband, and fixed-line services across the Swiss market. With a focus on delivering high-quality connectivity solutions, Sunrise offers a range of products, including mobile plans, fibre-optic broadband, and innovative digital services. Their commitment to customer satisfaction and technological advancement sets them apart in a competitive landscape. Recognised for their robust network infrastructure and exceptional service quality, Sunrise has achieved notable milestones, including the successful merger with UPC Switzerland in 2020, enhancing their market position. As a trusted name in telecommunications, Sunrise Communications Group AG continues to shape the future of connectivity in Switzerland.
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Industry Benchmark
Sunrise Communications Group AG's score of 34 is higher than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sunrise Communications Group AG's reported carbon emissions
In 2019, Sunrise Communications Group AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 57,014,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 929,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which encompass direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 626,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, related to purchased electricity and heat. The majority of their emissions, about 55,459,000 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, which includes indirect emissions from the value chain, such as purchased goods and services (approximately 45,482,000 kg CO2e) and employee commuting (about 2,584,000 kg CO2e). For the near term, Sunrise has set a significant target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 37% from a 2022 baseline by 2024. This commitment reflects their proactive approach to climate action and aligns with industry standards for emissions reduction. It is important to note that Sunrise Communications Group AG's emissions data is cascaded from their parent company, Sunrise GmbH, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences their overall emissions reporting and climate commitments.
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| 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,052,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 626,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 47,925,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Sunrise Communications Group AG's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Sunrise Communications Group AG's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 19% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 80% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Sunrise Communications Group AG's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Sunrise Communications Group AG has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
