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Turkcell
Post and Telecommunications ServicesTürkiyeNYSE: TKC
Last verified 4 months agoturkcell.com.tr
Turkcell, officially known as Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş., is a leading telecommunications and technology company headquartered in Turkey (TR). Established in 1994, Turkcell has grown to become a prominent player in the post and telecommunication services industry, primarily serving the Turkish market and expanding its reach across various regions.
The company offers a diverse range of core products and services, including mobile voice and data services, fixed-line broadband, and digital solutions, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Notable achievements include being the first operator in Turkey to launch 4.5G services, solidifying its market position as a pioneer in telecommunications. With a focus on enhancing connectivity and digital transformation, Turkcell continues to shape the future of communication in Turkey and beyond.
59
DitchCarbon score
+17 vs industry average
Turkcell’s score of 59 is higher than 67% 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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Turkcell's reported carbon emissions
Turkcell, a Post and telecommunication services company headquartered in Turkey, reported its total carbon emissions for 2025 as approximately 764.5 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of 16.0 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of 387.9 million kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions of 365.1 million kg CO2e.
For 2024, Turkcell's total emissions were approximately 714.5 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 10.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) at 453.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 250.8 million kg CO2e.
In 2023, the company's total emissions were approximately 658.1 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of 8.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 (location-based) of 413.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 of 236.2 million kg CO2e.
Turkcell has set Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved targets to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.47% by 2030, using a 2020 base year. Additionally, the company commits to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030, also from a 2020 base year. Turkcell also has a long-term net-zero target for all scopes by 2050.
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Turkcell’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50.47% reduction in Scope 2
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.47% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target50.47%
2030
50.47% reduction in Scope 1
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 50.47% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target50.47%
2030
25% reduction in scope 3 total
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions 25% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
Behind target25%
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Climate initiatives
Science Based Targets Initiative
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Turkcell’s sustainability data and climate commitments
In 2025, Turkcell reported total carbon emissions of approximately 764.5 million kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of roughly 16.0 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, approximately 387.9 million kg CO2e from Scope 2 (location-based), and about 365.1 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This breakdown highlights the significant contribution of both Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions to Turkcell's overall carbon footprint within the Post and telecommunication services sector.
Data year: 2025
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