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Telkom Kenya Limited

Telkom Kenya Limited, often referred to simply as Telkom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Established in 1999, the company has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in the Kenyan telecom landscape. Operating primarily in East Africa, Telkom offers a diverse range of services, including mobile, fixed-line, and data solutions, catering to both individual and business customers. Telkom's core products, such as mobile voice and data services, are distinguished by their competitive pricing and innovative technology. The company has made notable strides in expanding its network infrastructure, enhancing connectivity across urban and rural areas. As a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, Telkom Kenya continues to strengthen its market position, contributing to the digital transformation of the region.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Telkom Kenya Limited's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

20

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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Telkom Kenya Limited's score of 20 is lower than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Telkom Kenya Limited's reported carbon emissions

Telkom Kenya Limited, headquartered in Kenya (KE), currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Additionally, there are no documented reduction targets or climate pledges outlined in their initiatives. In the context of the telecommunications industry, companies are increasingly recognising the importance of addressing climate change and reducing carbon footprints. While Telkom Kenya may not have disclosed specific commitments or targets, the industry as a whole is moving towards more sustainable practices and transparency in emissions reporting. As the company progresses, it may consider establishing measurable targets aligned with global climate initiatives, which could enhance its environmental impact and contribute to broader sustainability goals.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Telkom Kenya Limited's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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 Telkom Kenya Limited is in KE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Telkom Kenya Limited is not participating in any of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

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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