Telenet
Telenet Group Holding NV, commonly known as Telenet, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Mechelen, Belgium. Founded in 1996, Telenet has established itself as a key player in the Belgian market, primarily serving Flanders and Brussels. The company operates in the telecommunications industry, offering a diverse range of services including broadband internet, digital television, and mobile telephony. Telenet is renowned for its innovative products, such as high-speed internet and advanced TV services, which set it apart from competitors. With a strong focus on customer experience and technological advancement, Telenet has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre network. As a market leader, Telenet continues to shape the digital landscape in Belgium, consistently delivering high-quality services to its growing customer base.
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Telenet's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Telenet reported total carbon emissions of approximately 357,744,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 8,116,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,334,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 348,283,000 kg CO2e. Telenet has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its carbon emissions by 55% by 2030 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2040. Specifically, the company targets a 70% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions from a 2022 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Telenet plans to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity from 96.98% in 2022 to 100% by 2030, while also committing to a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions by the same year. The company has previously committed to reducing carbon emissions from mobile combustion by 60% by 2030, using 2017 as the base year, aligning with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5-degree reduction scenario. Telenet's long-term goal includes a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2040, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. Overall, Telenet's climate strategy reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact, with a clear roadmap for achieving significant emissions reductions in the coming years.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,103,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 21,214,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 848,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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