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Telia Sustainability Profile

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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.

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100

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.

36

Industry Benchmark

Telia's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

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Telia's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Telia Company reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 640,766,000 kg CO2e. This total includes 5,473,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 7,670,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions (market-based), and a significant 627,623,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 761,032,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 5,435,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 6,621,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at 748,976,000 kg CO2e. Telia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030, using 2018 as the base year. Additionally, the company targets a 29% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and downstream leased assets by 2025, also based on 2018 levels. Long-term, Telia aims for net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain by 2040. 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, by emissions, to have science-based targets by 2025, further enhancing its climate strategy.

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20142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
52,000,000
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 2
285,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
00,000,000
00,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
00,000,000
0,000,000
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Telia's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Telia's primary industry is Telecommunications Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Telia's Location?

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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 Telia is in SE, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Telia's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Telia's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 16% last year and increased significantly since 2015, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 64% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Purchased Goods and Services
64%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
6%
Downstream Leased Assets
4%
Use of Sold Products
2%
Investments
2%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
End-of-Life Treatment of Sold Products
<1%

Telia's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Telia has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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

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