Deutsche Telekom AG
Deutsche Telekom AG, commonly referred to as Telekom, is a leading telecommunications provider headquartered in Bonn, Germany. Founded in 1996, the company has established a significant presence across Europe and the United States, offering a wide range of services in the telecommunications and information technology sectors. As a major player in the industry, Deutsche Telekom focuses on mobile communications, fixed-line services, and broadband internet, distinguished by its commitment to innovation and customer service. The company is renowned for its high-speed internet solutions and extensive mobile network coverage, making it a preferred choice for millions of customers. With a strong market position, Deutsche Telekom has achieved notable milestones, including the successful integration of T-Mobile and the expansion of its 5G network. Its dedication to sustainability and digital transformation further solidifies its reputation as a forward-thinking leader in the telecommunications landscape.
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Deutsche Telekom AG's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Deutsche Telekom AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,394,301,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 236,355,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 16,212,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 10,141,734,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by up to 95% by 2025 compared to 2017 levels, aiming for climate neutrality in its operations. Additionally, Deutsche Telekom is committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040, with a target to cut emissions by at least 90% along the entire value chain. In 2023, Deutsche Telekom's emissions in Germany were reported as 85,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 85,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 2,100,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. The company is also focused on reducing its Scope 3 emissions by 25% per customer by 2030 from a 2017 baseline. Deutsche Telekom's climate commitments are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a near-term target of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by 2030 from a 2017 base year. The company has also pledged to increase its sourcing of renewable electricity to 100% by 2021. Overall, Deutsche Telekom AG is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint, with clear targets and a commitment to sustainability in the telecommunications sector.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 387,708,000 | 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 | 1,465,914,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 81,558,000 | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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