- Geopolitical tensions impacting infrastructure and supply chains.
- Energy shortages affecting power supply and water resources.
- Increased frequency of strong typhoons and extreme rainfall causing damage to infrastructure.
- Rising costs of raw materials and supply chain disruptions.
- Changes in customer behavior and preferences.
Far EasTone Telecommunications Co., Ltd.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Far EasTone Telecommunications Co., Ltd. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 630.0K tCO2e/year. By scope: Scope 1: 5.5K tCO2e/year; Scope 2: 269.6K tCO2e/year; Scope 3: 360.4K 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
630.0K tCO2e/year
2023
Renewable Energy
0.63%
of total energy
Water Usage
267.404 kL/year
2023
Waste
1.5K metric tons/year
2023
Energy Use
624.2K 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). | 5.5K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 269.6K tCO2e/year |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 360.4K 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 | 630.0K tCO2e/year |
| 2019 | 383.1K tCO2e/year |
| 2017 | 294.3K tCO2e |
| 2015 | 267.8K tCO2e/year |
| 2012 | 166.6K tonnes CO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions by an estimated 6,822 tons at base stations through energy-saving measures.
- Achieved 0.63% renewable energy share in overall electricity consumption.
- Reduced average electricity consumption per directly operated store by 14.97% compared to 2021.
- Reduced PUE of IDC data center by 4.77% compared to 2021.
- Recycled 88% of decommissioned supplies.
- Reduced distribution mileage by 52,800 kilometers, equivalent to a carbon reduction of 11.8 metric tons.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce water consumption by 1%
- Increase waste reclaim rate by 2%
- Increase renewable energy installation capacity annually.
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve 30% renewable energy share by 2030.
- Reduce GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 compared to 2021 levels.
- Complete the Circular Economy Platform by Q4 2024.
🔭 Long-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions by 2048.
- Achieve 100% renewable energy usage company-wide by 2040.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionCorporate GovernanceSupply Chain SustainabilitySocial Impact