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 score of 89 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Tele2's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Tele2, headquartered in Sweden (SE), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 647,000 kg CO2e, comprising 512,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 135,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, as the company aims for net-zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2035, using 2019 as the baseline year. Tele2 has set ambitious near-term targets, including a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2025 and a complete elimination of these emissions by 2029. Additionally, the company plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 60% per subscription by 2029. Long-term, Tele2 commits to maintaining 100% reductions in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from 2029 through 2035, while also targeting a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2035. In 2020, Tele2's emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,519,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 311,000 kg CO2e, totalling 1,830,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. This indicates a proactive approach towards sustainability and a clear trajectory towards achieving its climate commitments.
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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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