Telefónica UK Limited
Telefónica UK Limited, commonly known as O2, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 1985, the company has grown to become a significant player in the UK mobile market, serving millions of customers across the nation. Operating primarily in the mobile telecommunications industry, Telefónica UK offers a range of services, including mobile voice, data, and broadband solutions. Its unique selling points include innovative customer service initiatives and a strong focus on sustainability. With a commitment to enhancing connectivity, Telefónica UK has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first to launch 5G services in the UK. The company continues to solidify its market position through strategic partnerships and a robust network infrastructure, making it a trusted choice for consumers and businesses alike.
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Telefónica UK Limited's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Telefónica UK Limited reported total carbon emissions of approximately 22,066,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 3,066,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, which covers direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and 63,015,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions totalled about 22,066,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from employee commuting (12,814,000 kg CO2e) and purchased goods and services (8,253,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, the previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of approximately 23,300,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,999,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 30,357,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a slight reduction in overall emissions from 2022 to 2023. Despite these figures, Telefónica UK Limited has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The company is committed to addressing climate change, but further details on their climate pledges or science-based targets are not available.
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| 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 3,999,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 30,357,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 23,300,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Telefónica UK Limited is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.
