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Norlys Sustainability Profile

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Norlys, headquartered in Denmark (DK), is a leading telecommunications and energy company that has been at the forefront of the industry since its establishment. With a strong presence across various regions in Denmark, Norlys focuses on providing high-quality broadband, mobile services, and energy solutions to both residential and business customers. Founded through the merger of several local utility companies, Norlys has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its fibre network, which is one of the largest in the country. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering unique products such as green energy solutions and advanced digital services. As a prominent player in the Danish market, Norlys is recognised for its customer-centric approach and has garnered numerous accolades for its service excellence and operational efficiency.

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42

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

Norlys's score of 42 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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Norlys's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Norlys reported total carbon emissions of approximately 71,611,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 205,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1,168,000 kg CO2e (location-based). The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, totalling around 53,466,000 kg CO2e, which includes significant contributions from purchased goods and services (about 40,916,000 kg CO2e) and investments (approximately 23,466,000 kg CO2e). Norlys has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by approximately 66% by 2030. This target reflects a proactive approach to mitigating climate impact and aligns with industry standards for carbon reduction. Additionally, the company plans to achieve a 50% reduction in its Scope 3 emissions by 2040, further demonstrating its commitment to comprehensive climate action. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Norlys independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives. Overall, Norlys is actively working towards significant emissions reductions, contributing to broader climate goals within the energy sector in Denmark (DK).

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2020202120232024
Scope 1
2,962,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 2
173,152,700
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
-
-
-
0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Norlys's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Norlys's primary industry is Business Services, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Norlys's Location?

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Very high
The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Norlys is in DK, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Norlys's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 43% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
43%
Use of Sold Products
36%
Purchased Goods and Services
12%
Capital Goods
5%
Investments
4%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Leased Assets
<1%

Norlys'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.

Norlys 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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