Chorus Ltd

Common Name
Chorus
Country
New Zealand
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services
Employees
849
Ticker
CNU
Exchange
NZX
Description
Chorus Ltd. is a prominent telecommunications infrastructure company based in New Zealand. Its primary function is to develop and maintain the country's telecommunication network, providing essential ...

Chorus's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2023, Chorus completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

Chorus has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind Chorus’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. Chorus's Sustainability Report 2023
a. Chorus's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into Chorus's Operational Emissions

In 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Chorus amounted to 10,661 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Chorus's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

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What are Chorus's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2023, the total Scope 1 emissions of Chorus were 740 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

What are Chorus's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2023, Chorus reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,309 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 9,921 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

What methodology does Chorus use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2023, Chorus reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

Chorus's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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Insights into Chorus's Value Chain Emissions

In 2023, Chorus reported 72,404 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2023 disclosure of Chorus includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 0 in , reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chain a

Chorus's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

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What are Chorus's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, Chorus reported total Scope 3 emissions of 72,404 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 89.43% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 10.57% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does Chorus disclose?

In 2023, Chorus reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of Chorus's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2023, the largest contributors to Chorus's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 45,456 tCO₂e (62.78%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 13,324 tCO₂e (18.4%)
  • Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 7,651 tCO₂e (10.57%)

Chorus's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Use of Sold Products(Cat. 11)(10.6%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(62.8%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(18.4%)

Insights into Chorus’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2023, Chorus reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 740 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 601 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 1.23 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Chorus's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202005,00050,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)5505005,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)CLiberty GlobalYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,359 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,342Scope 1 Intensity: 2.39 tCO2e/$MTata CommunicationsYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,424 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,691Scope 1 Intensity: 1.64 tCO2e/$MTurk TelekomunikasyonYear: 2023Scope 1: 109,084 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,391Scope 1 Intensity: 32.17 tCO2e/$MProximusYear: 2023Scope 1: 27,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,633Scope 1 Intensity: 4.13 tCO2e/$MNetLink NBN TrustYear: 2024Scope 1: 200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 305Scope 1 Intensity: 0.66 tCO2e/$MTelephone and Data SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 29,175 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,160Scope 1 Intensity: 5.65 tCO2e/$MBezeq Israeli TelecommunicationYear: 2023Scope 1: 24,796 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,524Scope 1 Intensity: 9.82 tCO2e/$MSpark New Zealand LtdYear: 2025Scope 1: 4,732 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,209Scope 1 Intensity: 2.14 tCO2e/$MCCChina Communications ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 263,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,374Scope 1 Intensity: 11.76 tCO2e/$MIndosatYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,212 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,474Scope 1 Intensity: 1.79 tCO2e/$MInternet Initiative JapanYear: 2024Scope 1: 516 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,823Scope 1 Intensity: 0.28 tCO2e/$MXLSMART Telecom SejahteraYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,256 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,095Scope 1 Intensity: 2.03 tCO2e/$MRostelekomYear: 2021Scope 1: 173,249 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,732Scope 1 Intensity: 22.41 tCO2e/$MMagyar Telekom TavkozlesiYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,962 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6Scope 1 Intensity: 2,299.51 tCO2e/$MLG UplusYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,947 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,967Scope 1 Intensity: 0.70 tCO2e/$M1&1Year: 2023Scope 1: 1,773 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,535Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MTurkcell Iletisim HizmetleriYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,655 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,713Scope 1 Intensity: 2.26 tCO2e/$MTower Bersama InfrastructureYear: 2023Scope 1: 548 tCO2eRevenue: $M 431Scope 1 Intensity: 1.27 tCO2e/$MGMO Internet GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 38 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,827Scope 1 Intensity: 0.02 tCO2e/$MMobil'nye TelesistemyYear: 2022Scope 1: 44,533 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,750Scope 1 Intensity: 5.75 tCO2e/$MHellenic Telecommunications OrganizationYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,693 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,737Scope 1 Intensity: 5.54 tCO2e/$MTPG TelecomYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,700 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,423Scope 1 Intensity: 0.79 tCO2e/$MSK TelecomYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,923 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,225Scope 1 Intensity: 0.48 tCO2e/$MGamma CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 445 tCO2eRevenue: $M 727Scope 1 Intensity: 0.61 tCO2e/$MEtihad EtisalatYear: 2024Scope 1: 176,452 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,847Scope 1 Intensity: 36.40 tCO2e/$MChorusYear: 2023Scope 1: 740 tCO2eRevenue: $M 601Scope 1 Intensity: 1.23 tCO2e/$M

How does Chorus's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2023, Chorus reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 1.23 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.14 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Chorus rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2023, Chorus ranked 9 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

Chorus is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency. a

Insights into Chorus's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2023, Chorus reported a total carbon footprint of 83,065 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. a

The largest contributor to Chorus's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 87.17% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 11.94%. a

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