Orange Sustainability Profile
Orange S.A., commonly known as Orange, is a leading telecommunications operator headquartered in France. Founded in 1994, the company has established a strong presence across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, providing a wide range of services in the telecommunications industry. With a focus on mobile and fixed-line services, broadband, and digital solutions, Orange stands out for its commitment to innovation and customer experience. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the launch of 5G networks and advancements in digital banking services. As one of the largest telecom providers in Europe, Orange is recognised for its robust market position and dedication to sustainability, making it a key player in the global telecommunications landscape.
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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
Orange's score of 100 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Orange's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Orange reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10.4 billion kg CO2e, comprising 350,581,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 679,483,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 9,253,207,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. For the French operations, Scope 3 emissions were reported at approximately 4.3 billion kg CO2e. Orange has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025 compared to 2015 levels, and a 14% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2025 compared to 2018 levels. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a long-term goal of reducing absolute emissions by 90% from a 2021 baseline. In summary, Orange is actively working towards significant emissions reductions and has established a clear pathway to carbon neutrality, reflecting its commitment to addressing climate change within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2015 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Orange's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Orange's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 11% last year and increased by approximately 55% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. 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 "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 24% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Orange'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.
Orange 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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