Telkom SA SOC Ltd

Common Name
Telkom SA SOC
Country
South Africa
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecom Services
Employees
9,894
Ticker
TKG
Exchange
JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE
Description
Telkom SA SOC Ltd is a state-owned telecommunications company based in South Africa. Its primary function is to provide a comprehensive range of telecommunications services including fixed-line teleph...

Telkom SA SOC's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC 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).

However, Telkom SA SOC has not published a category-level breakdown of its Scope 3 emissions, limiting visibility into specific value chain sources.

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

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a. Telkom SA SOC's Integrated Report 2024
a. Telkom SA SOC's Integrated Report 2024
b. Telkom SA SOC's Integrated Report 2023
b. Telkom SA SOC's Integrated Report 2023

Insights into Telkom SA SOC's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of Telkom SA SOC amounted to 639,041 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 Telkom SA SOC decreased by 9.32%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

Telkom SA SOC's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

2021202220232024025 k50 k75 k100 ktCO2e+9%+53%-22%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Telkom SA SOC's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of Telkom SA SOC were 66,167 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has Telkom SA SOC reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Telkom SA SOC's Scope 1 emissions have increased by 30.52%, reflecting a rising long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Telkom SA SOC's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 22.25%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are Telkom SA SOC's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 572,874 tCO₂e without specifying the calculation method. a

Has Telkom SA SOC reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2021, Telkom SA SOC's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Telkom SA SOC 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), Telkom SA SOC's Scope 2 emissions (Unspecified Calculation Method) have remained relatively stable, indicating that Telkom SA SOC 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does Telkom SA SOC use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported its Scope 2 emissions using an unspecified methodology. a

Telkom SA SOC's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

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  • Total Scope 2 (Unspecified Calculation Method)

Insights into Telkom SA SOC's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported 1,723,801 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 Telkom SA SOC includes a breakdown across 0 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

Telkom SA SOC's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2022202320240500 k1 M1.5 M2 MtCO2e+11%-12%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are Telkom SA SOC's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported total Scope 3 emissions of 1,723,801 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Compared to the previous year (2023), Telkom SA SOC's Scope 3 emissions decreased by 11.65%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower indirect emissions from its value chain. a

Insights into Telkom SA SOC’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 66,167 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 2,249 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 29.43 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

Telkom SA SOC's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

1001,00010,000100,0001,000,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)5502002,00020,000Revenues (Millions of USD)GProximusYear: 2023Scope 1: 27,400 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,633Scope 1 Intensity: 4.13 tCO2e/$MElisaYear: 2024Scope 1: 925 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,281Scope 1 Intensity: 0.41 tCO2e/$MMillicom International CellularYear: 2024Scope 1: 32,078 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,804Scope 1 Intensity: 5.53 tCO2e/$MEntelYear: 2023Scope 1: 7,873 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,808Scope 1 Intensity: 2.80 tCO2e/$MOoredooYear: 2023Scope 1: 264,006 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,364Scope 1 Intensity: 41.49 tCO2e/$MFrontier Communications ParentYear: 2023Scope 1: 117,263 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,676Scope 1 Intensity: 20.66 tCO2e/$MIndosatYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,212 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,474Scope 1 Intensity: 1.79 tCO2e/$MMTN GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 184,074 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,967Scope 1 Intensity: 18.47 tCO2e/$MMagyar Telekom TavkozlesiYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,962 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6Scope 1 Intensity: 2,299.51 tCO2e/$MChunghwa TelecomYear: 2024Scope 1: 20,315 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,977Scope 1 Intensity: 2.91 tCO2e/$MVodafone IdeaYear: 2025Scope 1: 8,538 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,086Scope 1 Intensity: 1.68 tCO2e/$Msolutions by stcYear: 2024Scope 1: 249 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,213Scope 1 Intensity: 0.08 tCO2e/$MAdvanced Info ServiceYear: 2024Scope 1: 30,349 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,220Scope 1 Intensity: 4.88 tCO2e/$M1&1Year: 2023Scope 1: 1,773 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,535Scope 1 Intensity: 0.39 tCO2e/$MTurkcell Iletisim HizmetleriYear: 2024Scope 1: 10,655 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,713Scope 1 Intensity: 2.26 tCO2e/$MKoninklijke KPNYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,208 tCO2eRevenue: $M 5,831Scope 1 Intensity: 1.06 tCO2e/$MSinchYear: 2023Scope 1: 540 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,850Scope 1 Intensity: 0.19 tCO2e/$MVodacom GroupYear: 2024Scope 1: 196,600 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,975Scope 1 Intensity: 24.65 tCO2e/$MGGGrupo TelevisaYear: 2023Scope 1: 50,755 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,348Scope 1 Intensity: 11.67 tCO2e/$MUnited InternetYear: 2024Scope 1: 6,498 tCO2eRevenue: $M 6,586Scope 1 Intensity: 0.99 tCO2e/$MPCCWYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,478 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,836Scope 1 Intensity: 1.13 tCO2e/$MSunrise CommunicationsYear: 2024Scope 1: 1,204 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,140Scope 1 Intensity: 0.29 tCO2e/$MEtihad EtisalatYear: 2024Scope 1: 176,452 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,847Scope 1 Intensity: 36.40 tCO2e/$MfreenetYear: 2023Scope 1: 3,240 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,908Scope 1 Intensity: 1.11 tCO2e/$MTelkom SA SOCYear: 2024Scope 1: 66,167 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,249Scope 1 Intensity: 29.43 tCO2e/$M

How does Telkom SA SOC's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 29.43 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 2.53 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does Telkom SA SOC rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC ranked 22 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places Telkom SA SOC among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into Telkom SA SOC's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, Telkom SA SOC reported a total carbon footprint of 2,362,842 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 11.03% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to Telkom SA SOC's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 72.95% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 24.25%. a

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