LG Uplus Corp

Common Name
LG Uplus
Country
South Korea
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services
Employees
10,290
Ticker
032640
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
LG Uplus Corp. is a prominent telecommunications company embedded in the South Korean market, providing key services in wireless, wireline, and data transmission. As part of the LG Corporation conglom...

LG Uplus's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, LG Uplus 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).

LG Uplus has also provided a category-level breakdown for 11 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Total Scope 1
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Total Scope 2
Market-Based
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Location-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind LG Uplus’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2024
a. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2024
b. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2022
b. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2022
c. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2023
c. LG Uplus's Sustainability Report 2023

Insights into LG Uplus's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of LG Uplus amounted to 1,418,428 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

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of LG Uplus decreased by 3.85%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

LG Uplus's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2020202120222023202402.5 k5 k7.5 k10 ktCO2e-8%-1%+4%-11%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are LG Uplus's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of LG Uplus were 6,947 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has LG Uplus reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2020, LG Uplus's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 15.89%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), LG Uplus's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 10.79%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are LG Uplus's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, LG Uplus reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 1,299,385 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 1,411,481 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has LG Uplus reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Compared to the previous year (2023), LG Uplus's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that LG Uplus 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does LG Uplus use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, LG Uplus reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

LG Uplus's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202320240400 k800 k1.2 M1.6 MtCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based
  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into LG Uplus's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, LG Uplus reported 504,370 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 2024 disclosure of LG Uplus includes a breakdown across 11 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

LG Uplus's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

202020212022202320240200 k400 k600 k800 ktCO2e+9%+603%-10%-10%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are LG Uplus's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, LG Uplus reported total Scope 3 emissions of 504,370 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 86.92% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 13.08% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has LG Uplus reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2020, LG Uplus's Scope 3 emissions have increased by 522.6%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 3 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), LG Uplus's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 10%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does LG Uplus disclose?

In 2024, LG Uplus reported emissions for 11 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.

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

In 2024, the largest contributors to LG Uplus's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Purchased Goods and Services (Cat. 1): 180,926 tCO₂e (35.87%)
  • Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 109,240 tCO₂e (21.66%)
  • Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 102,038 tCO₂e (20.23%)

LG Uplus's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Fuel- andEnergy-RelatedServices (Cat. 3)(21.7%)Purchased Goods andServices (Cat. 1)(35.9%)Capital Goods(Cat. 2)(20.2%)

Insights into LG Uplus’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, LG Uplus reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 6,947 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 9,967 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 0.7 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

LG Uplus's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

501,00020,000200,0005,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)2001,0005,00020,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)CTelkom Indonesia (Persero)Year: 2024Scope 1: 82,085 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,323Scope 1 Intensity: 8.80 tCO2e/$MLiberty GlobalYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,359 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,342Scope 1 Intensity: 2.39 tCO2e/$MTurk TelekomunikasyonYear: 2023Scope 1: 109,084 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,391Scope 1 Intensity: 32.17 tCO2e/$MIndus TowersYear: 2025Scope 1: 1,381,756 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,526Scope 1 Intensity: 391.92 tCO2e/$MAirtel AfricaYear: 2025Scope 1: 89,869 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,659Scope 1 Intensity: 24.56 tCO2e/$MKTYear: 2024Scope 1: 63,695 tCO2eRevenue: $M 17,977Scope 1 Intensity: 3.54 tCO2e/$MTrueYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,721 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,000Scope 1 Intensity: 1.62 tCO2e/$MHKT Trust and HKTYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,314 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,475Scope 1 Intensity: 1.19 tCO2e/$MProximusYear: 2023Scope 1: 27,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,633Scope 1 Intensity: 4.13 tCO2e/$MTelephone and Data SystemsYear: 2023Scope 1: 29,175 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,160Scope 1 Intensity: 5.65 tCO2e/$MTim SA (brazil)Year: 2023Scope 1: 11,964 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,914Scope 1 Intensity: 2.43 tCO2e/$MAxiata GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 26,616 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,995Scope 1 Intensity: 5.33 tCO2e/$MIridium CommunicationsYear: 2023Scope 1: 183 tCO2eRevenue: $M 791Scope 1 Intensity: 0.23 tCO2e/$MMillicom International CellularYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,078 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,804Scope 1 Intensity: 5.53 tCO2e/$MCCChina Communications ServicesYear: 2024Scope 1: 263,200 tCO2eRevenue: $M 22,374Scope 1 Intensity: 11.76 tCO2e/$MCogeco CommunicationsYear: 2023Scope 1: 12,062 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,209Scope 1 Intensity: 5.46 tCO2e/$MRostelekomYear: 2021Scope 1: 173,249 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,732Scope 1 Intensity: 22.41 tCO2e/$MTelecom ItaliaYear: 2024Scope 1: 52,402 tCO2eRevenue: $M 15,029Scope 1 Intensity: 3.49 tCO2e/$MLumen TechnologiesYear: 2023Scope 1: 166,652 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,557Scope 1 Intensity: 11.45 tCO2e/$MSK TelecomYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,923 tCO2eRevenue: $M 12,225Scope 1 Intensity: 0.48 tCO2e/$MPCCWYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,478 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,836Scope 1 Intensity: 1.13 tCO2e/$MEtihad EtisalatYear: 2024Scope 1: 176,452 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,847Scope 1 Intensity: 36.40 tCO2e/$MBT GroupYear: 2025Scope 1: 146,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 26,340Scope 1 Intensity: 5.57 tCO2e/$MRogers CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 40,777 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,323Scope 1 Intensity: 2.85 tCO2e/$MTelusYear: 2024Scope 1: 43,243 tCO2eRevenue: $M 14,000Scope 1 Intensity: 3.09 tCO2e/$MLG UplusYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,947 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,967Scope 1 Intensity: 0.70 tCO2e/$M

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

In 2024, LG Uplus reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 0.7 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 5.33 , this places the company below its industry benchmark, indicating it is more carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does LG Uplus rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, LG Uplus ranked 3 out of 25 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places LG Uplus among the top performers, with one of the lowest emissions intensities relative to peers. a

Insights into LG Uplus's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, LG Uplus reported a total carbon footprint of 1,922,798 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.54% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to LG Uplus's total carbon footprint was Scope 2 emissions, accounting for 73.41% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 26.23%. a

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