Zte Sustainability Profile
ZTE Corporation, commonly known as ZTE, is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, headquartered in Shenzhen, China (CN). Founded in 1985, ZTE has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on areas such as wireless, broadband, and terminal equipment. With a strong presence in Asia, Europe, and the Americas, ZTE is renowned for its innovative products, including 5G infrastructure and smart devices, which are distinguished by their advanced technology and reliability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the first to commercialise 5G technology, solidifying its position as a market leader. ZTE's commitment to research and development has earned it numerous accolades, making it a trusted partner for operators and enterprises worldwide.
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Zte's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ZTE Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 65,455,341,760 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 45,218,370 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 459,217,880 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions, approximately 64,950,905,510 kg CO2e, were attributed to Scope 3, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 63,083,531,610 kg CO2e. For 2024, ZTE disclosed upstream transportation and distribution emissions of approximately 439,736,900 kg CO2e under Scope 3, but did not report Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions for that year. ZTE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2060. Near-term targets include a 52% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, ZTE plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 52% per TeraByte throughput within the same timeframe. Long-term goals include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, and a similar 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2040. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect ZTE's commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the technology hardware and equipment sector.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 185,749,660 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Zte's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Zte's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 99% last year and decreased by approximately 100% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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Zte'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.
Zte 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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