Telus Sustainability Profile
Telus Corporation, commonly known as Telus, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Canada. Established in 1990, Telus has grown to become a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, providing a wide range of services across major regions, including British Columbia and Alberta. The company offers innovative solutions in wireless, internet, television, and healthcare, distinguishing itself with a commitment to customer service and community engagement. Telus is renowned for its advanced network infrastructure and has achieved significant milestones, including the rollout of 5G technology. With a strong market position, Telus has received numerous accolades for its corporate social responsibility initiatives and customer satisfaction. Its dedication to sustainability and innovation continues to set it apart in the competitive telecommunications landscape.
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Telus'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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Telus's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, TELUS Corporation reported total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of approximately 1.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising 43,243,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 143,269,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 947,582,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint significantly, with a target to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% from 2019 levels by 2030. Additionally, TELUS aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 46% within the same timeframe, and to achieve a 75% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services per million dollars of revenue. The company has set ambitious long-term goals, including a commitment to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. This includes a further reduction of 90% in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, alongside a similar reduction in Scope 3 emissions. TELUS's initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, TELUS is actively working towards a sustainable future, with a clear roadmap for reducing its carbon emissions and contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 88,165,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 325,257,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Telus's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Telus's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 6% last year and decreased by approximately 4% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Telus'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.
Telus 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.
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