Telenor Group, a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Norway, has established a significant presence across Europe and Asia. Founded in 1855, Telenor has evolved from its origins in telegraph services to become a major player in the mobile and digital services industry. The company operates in several key markets, including Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and various Asian countries, providing a diverse range of services. Telenor's core offerings include mobile voice and data services, broadband, and digital solutions, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. With a strong focus on sustainability and digital transformation, Telenor has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first operators to launch 5G services in Norway. As a trusted brand, Telenor continues to enhance its market position through strategic investments and a customer-centric approach.
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In 2024, Telenor's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 1,101,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 101,755,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 249,114,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,012,703,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). In Norway, Telenor reported emissions of about 161,580,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3), 630,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 154,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1). Telenor has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2045. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 64% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, Telenor is committed to ensuring that 66% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2025, alongside a commitment that 100% of its investments will also align with science-based targets by the same year. In the Asian region, Telenor aims for a 50% reduction in GHG emissions by 2030, focusing on transitioning from diesel generators to solar solutions and purchasing renewable electricity. For its Nordic operations, the goal is to achieve carbon-neutral business operations by 2030, emphasising energy efficiency and renewable energy procurement. These initiatives reflect Telenor's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 219,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 910,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 20,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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