TELUS achieves its 100% renewable and low-emitting electricity target
The technology company also unveils its new Climate Transition Framework, laying out its approach to reaching net-zero by 2040 with targets validated by global Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 6, 2026 /CNW/ - TELUS Corporation is the first Canadian telecom to achieve its target of sourcing 100% of electricity for their global operations from renewable or low-emitting sources as of December 31, 2025. Building on this milestone, TELUS unveiled its new Climate Transition Framework, a comprehensive roadmap to reach net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2040 while helping to enable Canada's own transition to a low-carbon economy.
"At TELUS, we believe that business success and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. Our achievement of our 2025 target to source 100% of electricity from renewable or low-emitting sources is a reflection of our team's unparalleled commitment to improving the health of the planet in combination with enabling a more robust economy," said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS. "As a further demonstration of our global leadership and continued focus on creating a more sustainable world, TELUS is investing in nature-accretive solutions that support ecosystem restoration and resilience alongside our emissions-reduction efforts, to ensure we leave the planet healthier and more resilient than before. This includes helping customers reduce their environmental footprint via virtual solutions and connectivity such as online customer support, virtual healthcare and digital collaboration. Achieving our renewable electricity target demonstrates that ambitious climate goals are within reach when backed by strategic action."
In 2025, TELUS secured Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validation for comprehensive climate targets (from a 2019 baseline) aligned with contributing to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, including:
- Net-Zero across its value chain through direct sources (Scope 1), indirectly through electricity consumption (Scope 2) and indirectly through TELUS' value chain (Scope 3) by 2040
- 46% absolute reduction in operational emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) by 2030
- 85% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2033
- 46% absolute reduction in Scope 3 emissions from business travel and employee commuting by 2030
- 75% reduction per million dollars of revenue in Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services, capital goods, and use of sold products by 2030
- By 2028, 65% of TELUS' suppliers by spend will have also set their own SBTi-approved targets
As a continuation of TELUS' 25 year focus on sustainability, the Climate Transition Framework outlines the next phase in its commitment to protect the planet for future generations, addressing emissions reduction and climate resilience through five interconnected strategic pillars:
- Business operations: Decarbonizing network infrastructure and buildings through renewable electricity, energy-efficient TELUS PureFibre and 5G networks (which are up to 85% more efficient than traditional copper networks), fleet electrification, and climate adaptation programs
- Supply chain: Engaging suppliers to set science-based targets and implementing ESG audits and due diligence to reduce value chain emissions
- Low carbon products and services: Minimizing environmental impacts through responsible product design, energy efficiency standards, and participation in the Canadian Energy Efficiency Voluntary Agreement program (CEEVA)
- Stakeholder engagement: Collaborating with suppliers, industry peers, government, and communities to drive transformational climate action
- Enabling emissions reductions outside of our value chain and protecting nature: Enabling emissions reductions beyond TELUS' value chain through remote work solutions, virtual healthcare, smart energy management, and precision agriculture. Investing in nature-based solutions including actively planting more than 25 million trees to date
Following today's release of the framework, TELUS plans to unveil a comprehensive Climate Transition Plan later this year that will outline strategies for climate resilience and provide detailed pathways for achieving its net-zero ambition, with a particular focus on addressing Scope 3 emissions across its value chain.
To learn more about TELUS' commitment to global sustainability, visit telus.com/sustainability.
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX:T) (NYSE:TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 20 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. TELUS Health is enhancing more than 160 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. TELUS Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by our enduring 'give where we live' philosophy, TELUS continues to invest in initiatives that support education, health and community well-being. In 2023, we launched the TELUS Student Bursary, which strives to ensure that every young person in Canada who wants a postsecondary education has the opportunity to pursue one. To date, the program has distributed over $6 million in bursaries to more than 1,600 students and counting. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.8 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs, including 2.4 million days of service—earning TELUS the distinction of the world's most giving company.
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