Kpn Sustainability Profile
KPN, officially known as Koninklijke KPN N.V., is a leading telecommunications and IT services provider headquartered in the Netherlands. Established in 1989, KPN has evolved into a key player in the Dutch market, offering a wide range of services including fixed and mobile telephony, broadband, and digital television. With a strong presence across the Netherlands, KPN is renowned for its commitment to innovation and customer service. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of its fibre-optic network, which enhances connectivity for both residential and business customers. KPN's core offerings, characterised by reliability and advanced technology, position it as a trusted partner in the telecommunications industry. Notably, KPN has received accolades for its sustainability efforts, further solidifying its market leadership.
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Kpn's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, KPN reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 819,690,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 6,208,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 118,356,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and a significant 813,481,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This represents a slight increase from 2023, where total emissions were about 803,747,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at 8,686,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 132,326,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 795,061,000 kg CO2e. KPN has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. The company is committed to reducing its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 100% by 2030 from a 2010 baseline. Additionally, KPN has pledged to reduce its Scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2014 baseline, with further targets of 75.6% reduction by 2033 and 90% by 2040. KPN's initiatives include sourcing 100% renewable electricity through 2030 and maintaining zero emissions from 2030 to 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect KPN's commitment to sustainable practices within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2010 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Kpn's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Kpn's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 2% last year and decreased by approximately 14% since 2014, 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Kpn'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.
Kpn 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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