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Telia
Post and Telecommunications ServicesSwedenSTO: TELIA.ST
Last verified 26 days agoteliacompany.com
Telia Company AB, commonly known as Telia, is a leading provider of post and telecommunication services headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1853, the company has a long-standing history in delivering reliable connectivity solutions across the Nordic and Baltic regions. Its core offerings include mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband internet, and digital services, distinguished by innovative technology and customer-centric solutions.
As one of the prominent players in the telecommunications industry, Telia has achieved notable milestones in expanding its network infrastructure and digital transformation initiatives. The company’s market position is reinforced by its commitment to quality service and sustainable growth, making it a key player in the evolving landscape of post and telecommunication services in Europe.
100
DitchCarbon score
+58 vs industry average
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.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Post and Telecommunications Services has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.155
20182025
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Telia's reported carbon emissions
Telia, a telecommunication services company headquartered in Sweden (SE), reported its total carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 587.38 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 4.5 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 3.61 million kg CO2e (or 59.16 million kg CO2e location-based), and Scope 3 emissions of 579.28 million kg CO2e. Key contributors to Scope 3 emissions in 2025 included purchased goods and services (371.61 million kg CO2e), capital goods (112.64 million kg CO2e), and fuel and energy-related activities (35.44 million kg CO2e).
Looking back, Telia's total emissions for 2024 were approximately 617.59 million kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions stood at approximately 761.03 million kg CO2e, including Scope 1 emissions of 5.44 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based emissions of 6.62 million kg CO2e (or 94.05 million kg CO2e location-based), and Scope 3 emissions of 748.98 million kg CO2e. For 2022, total emissions were approximately 1.16 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 6.36 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 market-based at 3.40 million kg CO2e (or 78.88 million kg CO2e location-based), and Scope 3 at 1.15 billion kg CO2e.
Telia has set ambitious climate commitments, with near-term and long-term Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved goals. The company aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. As part of its near-term targets, Telia commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030, using a 2018 base year. The company also aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions from the use of sold products and downstream leased assets by 29% by 2025, from a 2018 base year. Additionally, Telia targets that 72% of its suppliers, by emissions covering purchased goods and services and capital goods, will have science-based targets by 2025. In its long-term strategy, Telia commits to maintaining at least 90% absolute Scope 1 and 2 emission reductions from 2030 through 2040 from a 2018 base year, and to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 90% by 2040 from a 2018 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep global warming to 1.5°C.
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Telia’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
5 goals2040
90% reduction in scope 3 total
Telia Company also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 90% by 2040 from a 2018 base year.
At risk90%
2030
90% reduction in Scope 2
Telia Company commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.*
At risk90%
2030
50% reduction in scope 3 total
Telia Company commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 50.0% by 2030 from a 2018 base year.
At risk50%
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Climate initiatives
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RE 100
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Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Telia’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Telia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 587.38 million kg CO2e. The largest portion of these emissions, a substantial amount of around 579.28 million kg CO2e, falls under Scope 3. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 4.5 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 market-based emissions were about 3.61 million kg CO2e. This breakdown highlights the significant impact of Telia's value chain on its overall carbon footprint, with purchased goods and services being a major contributor within Scope 3.
Data year: 2025
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