Tata Communications, a leading global digital infrastructure provider, is headquartered in India and operates extensively across regions including Asia, Europe, and North America. Founded in 1986, the company has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, focusing on areas such as cloud services, network solutions, and cybersecurity. With a robust portfolio that includes unique offerings like the Tata Communications Global Network and its advanced cloud services, the company stands out for its commitment to innovation and reliability. Tata Communications has achieved significant milestones, including being recognised for its extensive global reach and high-quality service delivery. As a trusted partner for businesses worldwide, Tata Communications continues to shape the future of digital connectivity.
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Tata Communications's score of 67 is higher than 78% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2025, Tata Communications reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4424000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 68911000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 183454000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This data highlights the company's comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. Tata Communications has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming to achieve a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, based on a 2022 baseline. This translates to a target of 53970 tCO2e by 2030. Additionally, the company is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 25% within the same timeframe. These targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. In 2023, Tata Communications reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 5341000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of about 77735000 kg CO2e in India. The global figures for the same year indicated Scope 1 emissions of around 5347000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 77735050 kg CO2e, alongside Scope 3 emissions of about 25232003 kg CO2e. Overall, Tata Communications is actively working towards its climate commitments, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions by around 2050. The company's initiatives reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and responsible corporate practices in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 6,360,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 108,908,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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.
Tata Communications 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.
