Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG, commonly referred to as Telefónica Germany, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Germany. Established in 1995, the company has significantly shaped the German telecom landscape, offering a wide range of services across mobile and fixed-line communications. With a strong presence in major operational regions, Telefónica Germany serves millions of customers, delivering innovative solutions that include mobile telephony, broadband internet, and digital services. The company is renowned for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, leveraging advanced technology to enhance user experience. As a subsidiary of the global Telefónica Group, Telefónica Deutschland has achieved notable milestones, positioning itself as a key player in the competitive telecommunications market. Its focus on sustainability and digital transformation further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking industry leader.
How does Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG's score of 69 is higher than 79% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2019, Telefónica Deutschland Holding AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 378,890,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 16,220,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 6889 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and 4,957 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 34,524,000 kg CO2e (location-based). Telefónica Deutschland has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. This long-term target was established in 2019 and reflects the company's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals. The emissions data for Telefónica Deutschland is cascaded from its parent company, Telefónica, S.A., which provides a broader context for its climate initiatives and targets. The company is actively engaged in various sustainability initiatives, including participation in the RE100 and other climate-related pledges, further demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 101,559 | 00,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 9,541 | 0,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 5,342 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
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.
Telefónica Deutschland Holding 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.