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Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) is a prominent telecommunications and technology services provider headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1969, TDS has established itself as a leader in the industry, offering a diverse range of services including broadband, voice, and cloud solutions. With a strong presence in regions such as Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota, the company has consistently expanded its operational footprint. TDS is recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable services tailored to meet the needs of both residential and business customers. Its core offerings, which include innovative telecommunications solutions and advanced data services, set it apart in a competitive market. Notably, TDS has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre-optic network, enhancing connectivity for communities across the nation. With a focus on customer satisfaction and technological advancement, TDS continues to solidify its position as a trusted provider in the telecommunications sector.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.'s score of 25 is higher than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS), headquartered in the US, currently does not have publicly available carbon emissions data for the most recent year. As a result, specific figures regarding their Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions are not provided. In the absence of detailed emissions data, it is important to note that TDS has not outlined any specific reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of publicly stated initiatives may suggest that the company is still in the early stages of developing a comprehensive climate strategy. As the telecommunications industry increasingly focuses on sustainability, TDS may need to consider establishing measurable climate commitments to align with industry standards and expectations.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.'s primary industry is Post and telecommunication services (64), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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