Telia Company AB, commonly known as Telia, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1853, Telia has evolved into a major player in the Nordic and Baltic regions, offering a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband, and digital TV.
With a strong focus on innovation, Telia stands out for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of 5G networks across its operational territories, enhancing connectivity for millions.
Recognised for its robust market position, Telia continues to lead in digital transformation, providing unique products and services that cater to both individual and business needs. Its dedication to quality and reliability has solidified its reputation as a trusted telecommunications partner in the region.
+29 vs industry average
Telia’s score of 73 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2029
Reported emissions
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Telia's reported carbon emissions
In 2026, Telia Company reported approximately 560 million kg CO2e in Scope 3 emissions, with no data available for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. For the previous year, 2025, Telia's total emissions were approximately 587.4 million kg CO2e, comprising about 4.5 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 3.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 579.3 million kg CO2e from Scope 3. Telia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, Telia aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and downstream leased assets by 29% by 2025, also relative to the 2018 baseline. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Telia's commitment to sustainability within the telecommunications sector. The company also aims for 72% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods, to have science-based targets by 2025.
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Telia’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
4 goals2030
We pursue an ambitious goal – to achieve zero CO2 throughout…
We pursue an ambitious goal – to achieve zero CO2 throughout our business chain by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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