Turkcell
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.
+33 vs industry average
Turkcell’s score of 78 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 has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 39% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Turkcell's reported carbon emissions
Turkcell, a post and telecommunication services provider headquartered in TR, has reported significant carbon emissions and outlined comprehensive climate commitments.
For the reporting year 2025, Turkcell reported approximately 739,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 1 emissions totalled about 3,180,000 kg CO2e, with stationary combustion accounting for the largest portion. Scope 2 emissions, based on location, were approximately 387,936 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions were significantly higher, totalling approximately 148,500,000 kg CO2e, with downstream leased assets and waste generated in operations being the largest contributors.
In 2024, total reported emissions were approximately 463,742 kg CO2e (Scope 1 and 2). Scope 1 emissions were about 10,655 kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 453,088 kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions for this year amounted to approximately 250,820 kg CO2e, with capital goods and waste generated in operations being substantial contributors.
Turkcell has set ambitious climate targets. They are committed to reducing their absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50.47% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, they aim to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by the same year. Turkcell also has a long-term ambition to achieve net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. These targets are aligned with the 1.5°C pathway.
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Turkcell’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
3 goals2030
50.47% reduction in Scope 1
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş commits to reduce absolute scope 1 GHG emissions 50.47% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
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50.47% reduction in Scope 2
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş commits to reduce absolute scope 2 GHG emissions 50.47% by 2030 from a 2020 base year.
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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.
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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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