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Turkcell
Post and Telecommunications ServicesTürkiyeNYSE: TKC
Last verified 3 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
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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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Reported emissions
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Turkcell's reported carbon emissions
Turkcell, a Post and telecommunication services company headquartered in TR, reported its 2025 greenhouse gas emissions as approximately 769.1 million kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of approximately 16.0 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of about 387.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 365.1 million kg CO2e. For 2024, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 10.7 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (location-based) were about 453.1 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 250.8 million kg CO2e. In 2023, Turkcell's total emissions were approximately 658.1 million kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of around 8.2 million kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions (location-based) of approximately 413.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 3 emissions at about 236.2 million kg CO2e.
Turkcell has set near-term absolute reduction targets. The company commits to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50.47% by 2030, using a 2020 base year. Additionally, Turkcell aims to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 from a 2020 base year. These targets are consistent with reductions required to keep warming to 1.5°C, as validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Turkcell also has a long-term net-zero target by 2050 for all scopes across its value chain.
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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.
Behind target50.47%
2030
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.
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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The Climate Pledge
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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