Telefónica, a leading global player in the post and telecommunication services industry, is headquartered in Spain (ES) and operates extensively across Europe and Latin America. Founded in 1924, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its services to over 14 countries, making it one of the largest telecommunications providers worldwide.
Telefónica offers a diverse range of core products and services, including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband, and digital solutions. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric services sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, Telefónica has been recognised for its efforts in sustainability and digital transformation, continually adapting to the evolving needs of its customers.
+56 vs industry average
Telefónica’s score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Telefónica's reported carbon emissions
Telefónica, a prominent player in the post and telecommunication services sector headquartered in Spain, has established significant climate commitments. For the year 2025, the company reported total calculated emissions of approximately 2.93 billion kg CO2e. This figure comprises Scope 1 emissions of approximately 80.18 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) of around 49.26 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling approximately 2.80 billion kg CO2e.
The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040, with specific interim targets. Telefónica is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by 2030, using 2015 as a base year. Furthermore, they aim for a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions in their main markets by 2025 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2040 from a 2016 base year. Telefónica also has a target to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 56% by 2030, based on a 2016 baseline.
Additional commitments include a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 in their main markets and a 70% reduction in Scope 1+2 emissions by 2025. The company also strives for a 95% reduction in energy consumption per unit of traffic by 2030. Telefónica has pledged to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 across its value chain.
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Telefónica’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
Reducir las emisiones operacionales (Alcances 1 y 2) un 90% a nivel global en 2030, adelantándolo a 2025 en los principales mercados de la C…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2025
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