- High carbon fees (taxes) due to ineffective carbon emission reductions
- Failure to effectively promote climate transition actions
- Rising average age of the organization and excessive homogeneity hindering innovation
- Lack of diversified employment mechanism
- Corruption and bribery
- Leaks or improper use of personal data
- Net zero transformation and green energy requiring considerable capital investment
- Costs associated with net-zero initiatives threatening profitability
- Potential financial impact on individuals whose income depends on traditional energy
- Potential impact on farmland from renewable energy facilities
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 2.5M tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 18.9K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 645.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 1.8M tCO2e/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
2.5M tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
5.16%
of total energy
Water Usage
1.533 million m3/year
2023
Waste
7.1K tons/year
2023
Energy Use
130.4K MWh/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 18.9K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 645.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 1.8M tCO2e/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.5M tCO2e/year |
| 2022 | 714.1K tCO2e/year |
| 2020 | 790.3K tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Carbon emissions reduced by 125,900 (15.94%) tons compared to 2020.
- 66.94 million kWh (38.8%) renewable energy used in IDCs
- Received BS 8001 circular economy certification
- Level 5+ (excellence) in the TCFD climate-related financial disclosure compliance audit
- 5,557 kWp of photovoltaic systems installed
- 73,575 MWh of renewable energy used (5.16% of all energy used)
- Recycled 11.551 metric tons of used smartphones (91.42% recycling rate)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 10.1% by 2024 (vs. 2020 levels)
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 7.5% by 2024 (vs. 2021 levels)
- Increase ratio of female senior managers to 20%
- Cumulative 46,000 individuals from disadvantaged groups benefiting from digital empowerment
- Cumulative 198,000 SMEs with digital environments or new business models established
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs. 2020 levels)
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions by 22.5% by 2030 (vs. 2021 levels)
- Achieve 100% renewable energy used in IDCs by 2030
- Achieve MSCI ESG AAA Rating by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050
- RE100 across all sites by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Carbon Emission Reduction and Climate AdaptationBuilding a Happy WorkplaceCustomer Health and SafetyCybersecurity and Privacy ProtectionValue of Innovation in Corporate Operations5G Application and Industry EcosystemProcurement PracticesIntegrity in Corporate GovernanceDiverse and Inclusive WorkplaceSafeguarding Human RightsNet Zero Transformation and Green EnergySustainable Supply Chain ManagementEconomic PerformanceEmploymentEnergyCustomer PrivacyFreedom of Association and Collective Bargaining