SK Telecom Co Ltd

Common Name
SK Telecom
Country
South Korea
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services
Employees
N/A
Ticker
017670
Exchange
KOREA EXCHANGE
Description
Sk Telecom Co., Ltd. is a leading telecommunications company based in South Korea, providing a wide range of services that include mobile communications, fixed-line telephony, and broadband. The compa...

SK Telecom Energy Data Preview

In 2023, SK Telecom disclosed key data related to its energy management practices, providing transparency into its operational energy use in line with recognized sustainability reporting frameworks.

SK Telecom also reported how it meets its energy needs through a mix of purchased and self-generated energy, offering insight into its sourcing strategy and level of energy independence.

Additionally, SK Telecom also disclosed progress toward renewable energy adoption, highlighting the share of total energy sourced from renewable versus non-renewable sources.

Finally, SK Telecom also reported the types of energy sources as well as generation technologies, both for purchased and self-produced energy, helping stakeholders evaluate SK Telecom's reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives.

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Insights into SK Telecom's Energy Renewability

In 2023, SK Telecom consumed a total of 9.11 million Gigajoules of energy across its operations. Of this total, 8.48% was sourced from renewable energy, either derived from natural resources like biofuels, biomass, or biogas, or generated using renewable technologies such as solar or wind power. The remaining 91.52% was classified as non-renewable energy, coming from fossil-based fuels such as coal, natural gas, or crude oil, or from non-renewable generation technologies like nuclear power. a

SK Telecom's Energy Renewability Rate

8%

How much of SK Telecom's energy consumed is renewable?

In 2023, SK Telecom consumed a total of 9.11 million Gigajoules of energy, of which 8.48% was derived from renewable sources, including biofuels, biomass, biogas, solar, and wind power. a

This low level of renewable energy use highlights a heavy reliance on fossil fuels or other non-renewable sources, suggesting that SK Telecom has considerable room to improve its energy sustainability strategy.

Are SK Telecom's energy practices becoming more sustainable?

Since 2021, SK Telecom's total energy consumption increased by 9.54%, including a 4.43% increase in 2023, reflecting a sustained rise in overall energy demand. a

Over the same period, the share of renewable energy in SK Telecom's consumption increased by 330.92%, including a 66.28% increase in 2023, showing consistent progress in clean energy adoption. a

Overall, SK Telecom has seen rising energy demand, but has also made strong and consistent progress in increasing its reliance on renewable energy—mitigating the environmental impact of its growing consumption.

SK Telecom's Renewable vs Non-renewable Energy Over Time

9.18 M4.18 M824.79 k9.18 MGigajoules (GJ)20212022202398%95%92%
  • Renewable Energy Consumed
  • Non-renewable Energy Consumed

Insights into SK Telecom's Energy Consumption & Production Mix

In 2023, SK Telecom disclosed detailed information on both the sources and generation technologies of its consumed and produced energy This disclosure enables a clearer assessment of the SK Telecom's overall energy mix, its sourcing strategy, and its reliance on fossil fuels versus cleaner alternatives such as renewables and low-carbon technologies. a

SK Telecom's Energy Consumed by Sources and Technologies

Electricity(Unspecified Source)(98.5%)

What are the main sources and generation technologies behind SK Telecom's energy consumption?

In 2023, SK Telecom's total energy consumption was primarily sourced from a

  • Electricity (Unspecified Source) (98.46%)
  • Natural Gas (0.64%)
  • Gasoline (Petrol) (0.25%)

How diverse is SK Telecom’s energy consumption mix?

In 2023, SK Telecom consumed energy from 9 different sources or generation technologies, indicating a highly concentrated energy mix, with Electricity (Unspecified Source) alone accounting for 98.46% of total consumption. a

What are the main sources or generation technologies used by SK Telecom to produce energy?

In 2023, SK Telecom's energy production came primarily from a

  • Solar Energy (100%)

How diverse is SK Telecom’s energy production mix?

In 2023, SK Telecom produced energy using 1 different sources or generation technologies. The energy production mix is highly concentrated, with Solar Energy alone making up 100% of total output. a

SK Telecom's Energy Produced by Sources and Technologies

Solar Energy(100.0%)

Insights into SK Telecom's Energy Inflows & Self-Sufficiency

In 2023, SK Telecom reported total energy inflows of 9.01 million Gigajoules, which corresponds to the company's full energy needs, including energy consumed, redistributed, sold, or stored. This energy inflow was composed of 8.99 million Gigajoules purchased from external suppliers and 19,479.6 Gigajoules generated through internal production. This corresponds to a production share of 0.22%, reflecting a 7.17% percentage point increase from the previous year (2022) and a 17.85% percentage point increase since 2021. a

SK Telecom's production share has remained relatively consistent over time, with no significant fluctuations. This stability may indicate a deliberate sourcing strategy built on predictable supply patterns, or a balanced reliance on both internal and external energy sources.

SK Telecom's Energy Purchased vs Produced Over Time

20212022202302.5 M5 M7.5 M10 MGigajoules (GJ)100%100%100%
  • Total Energy Produced
  • Total Energy Purchased

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