China Telecom Sustainability Profile
China Telecom Corporation Limited, commonly known as China Telecom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Established in 2000, the company has rapidly expanded its operations across major regions, including Asia, Europe, and North America. As a key player in the telecommunications industry, China Telecom offers a diverse range of services, including fixed-line and mobile communications, broadband internet, and data centre solutions. With a commitment to innovation, China Telecom has achieved significant milestones, such as being one of the first companies to roll out 5G services in China. Its core products, characterised by high reliability and extensive coverage, set it apart in a competitive market. Recognised for its robust infrastructure and customer-centric approach, China Telecom continues to solidify its position as a top-tier telecommunications provider globally.
DitchCarbon Score
How does China Telecom's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Telecommunications Services industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
China Telecom's score of 51 is higher than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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China Telecom's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, China Telecom reported total carbon emissions of approximately 14.35 billion kg CO2e, comprising 140 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 14.21 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a decrease from the previous year's total emissions of approximately 15.17 billion kg CO2e, which included 170 million kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 15 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2. China Telecom has set ambitious climate commitments, including achieving carbon neutrality for its Qinghai branch by 2024 and net zero emissions in its supply chain by 2040. These targets are part of the "China Telecom • Zero Carbon Qinghai" initiative. Additionally, the company aims for carbon neutrality across its operations by 2030, with ongoing efforts to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 2025. The emissions data for China Telecom is cascaded from its parent company, China Telecom Corporation Limited, which provides a broader context for its climate initiatives and performance.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 210,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 13,340,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000.00 | - | - | - | - |
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China Telecom's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 1% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Waste Generated in Operations" representing nearly all of their reported Scope 3 footprint.
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China Telecom'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.
China Telecom has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
