Turkcell
Turkcell İletişim Hizmetleri A.Ş., commonly known as Turkcell, is a leading telecommunications and technology company headquartered in Turkey. Established in 1994, Turkcell has grown to become a prominent player in the telecommunications industry, serving millions of customers across Turkey and various international markets. The company offers a diverse range of services, including mobile and fixed-line voice, data services, and digital solutions, setting itself apart with innovative offerings such as 5G technology and advanced mobile applications. Turkcell's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has solidified its position as a market leader, recognised for its robust infrastructure and extensive network coverage. With numerous accolades and milestones, including being the first operator to launch 4.5G services in Turkey, Turkcell continues to drive technological advancements and enhance connectivity for its users.
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Turkcell's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Turkcell reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 453,087,630 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 7,334,460 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 440,969,410 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 250,820,340 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions, committing to a 55% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Turkcell aims to decrease its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 25% by the same year. In 2023, Turkcell's emissions were reported as 8,021,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 453,087,630 kg CO2e for Scope 2, while Scope 3 data was not disclosed. The previous year, 2022, saw Scope 1 emissions at 16,178,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions at approximately 1,333,090,000 kg CO2e, indicating a significant focus on reducing upstream emissions. Turkcell's long-term commitment includes achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's dedication to sustainable practices within the telecommunications sector.
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| 2016 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,263,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 286,943,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 69,402,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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