Telefonica Brasil SA, a prominent telecommunications provider, is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Established in 1998, the company has significantly shaped the Brazilian telecom landscape, offering a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband, and digital solutions. As a subsidiary of the global Telefonica Group, Telefonica Brasil operates primarily in major urban regions, delivering innovative products that cater to both individual and business needs. Its core offerings, such as the Vivo brand for mobile services, are distinguished by their extensive coverage and advanced technology. With a strong market position, Telefonica Brasil has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its fibre-optic network, which enhances connectivity for millions of customers. The company continues to lead in the telecommunications sector, focusing on digital transformation and customer-centric solutions.
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In 2023, Telefonica Brasil SA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 25567000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 63429000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 302358000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (186712000 kg CO2e), capital goods (55482000 kg CO2e), and the use of sold products (50202000 kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 32190000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 74682000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling 281581000 kg CO2e. This indicates a reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions from 2022 to 2023, while Scope 2 emissions also saw a decrease. In 2021, the emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 at 63018000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 230945000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 346715000 kg CO2e. This trend suggests a positive trajectory towards reducing overall carbon emissions. Despite these reductions, Telefonica Brasil SA has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company’s emissions data is independently reported and does not cascade from a parent organisation, ensuring that the figures reflect its direct operational impact. Overall, Telefonica Brasil SA is making strides in reducing its carbon footprint, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 3 emissions, while continuing to monitor and report its environmental impact transparently.
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2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 63,018,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 230,945,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 346,715,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Telefonica Brasil SA is not participating in any 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.