Telia Company AB, commonly known as Telia, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Sweden (SE). Established in 1853, Telia has evolved into a major player in the Nordic and Baltic regions, offering a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line telephony, broadband, and digital TV. With a strong focus on innovation, Telia stands out for its commitment to sustainability and customer-centric solutions. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as the rollout of 5G networks across its operational territories, enhancing connectivity for millions. Recognised for its robust market position, Telia continues to lead in digital transformation, providing unique products and services that cater to both individual and business needs. Its dedication to quality and reliability has solidified its reputation as a trusted telecommunications partner in the region.
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In 2024, Telia Company reported total carbon emissions of approximately 640,766,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions, which accounted for about 627,623,000 kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions were reported at approximately 5,473,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 7,670,000 kg CO2e (market-based). Telia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% by 2030, using 2018 as a baseline. Additionally, Telia aims to reduce Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and downstream leased assets by 29% by 2025. Notably, Telia has already achieved a 78% reduction in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to 2018 levels, ahead of its 2025 target to halve emissions from its operations. The company is also committed to ensuring that 72% of its suppliers, based on emissions from purchased goods and services and capital goods, will have science-based targets by 2025. These initiatives reflect Telia's proactive approach to addressing climate change and its commitment to sustainability within the telecommunications sector.
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2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 48,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 289,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 12,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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