Tele2
Tele2 AB, commonly known as Tele2, is a prominent telecommunications operator headquartered in Sweden (SE). Founded in 1993, the company has established a strong presence across several major operational regions, including Sweden, the Netherlands, and the Baltic countries. Tele2 operates within the telecommunications industry, focusing on mobile and fixed-line services, broadband, and digital solutions. With a commitment to innovation, Tele2 offers a range of core products, including mobile subscriptions, internet services, and cloud solutions, distinguished by competitive pricing and customer-centric features. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first to launch 5G services in Sweden, reinforcing its position as a market leader. Tele2's dedication to sustainability and digital transformation further enhances its reputation in the telecommunications landscape.
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Tele2's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Tele2 reported total carbon emissions of approximately 255,785,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 254,245,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 1,394,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 146,000 kg CO2e (market-based). For the year 2023, Tele2's emissions were approximately 273,470,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 1,356,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 197,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 271,947,000 kg CO2e. Tele2 has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2035, with a base year of 2019. Near-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 and a complete elimination of these emissions by 2029. Additionally, the company aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 60% per subscription by 2029 and 90% by 2035. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Tele2's commitment to leading in climate action within the telecommunications sector. The company is on track to maintain 100% reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2029 through 2035, reinforcing its long-term sustainability goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,310,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 39,946,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 290,483,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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