True Corporation Plc., Thailand’s leading telecommunications and technology company, has once again solidified its position on the world stage, achieving the highest score in the global telecommunications industry for an unprecedented seventh consecutive year in the latest Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) 2024 assessment.
This remarkable accomplishment has earned True a coveted place in the Top 1% of all companies assessed, securing its distinction in the prestigious S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025. The recognition underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into the core of its business strategy, setting a global benchmark for sustainable practices in the rapidly evolving tech sector.
In an era where corporate value is increasingly measured not just by financial performance but by a company’s commitment to creating a sustainable and equitable future, Thailand’s True Corporation has emerged as a global standard-bearer. The Bangkok-based telecommunications giant has achieved a milestone that few companies worldwide can claim: being named the world’s most sustainable telecom company for the seventh straight year.
This distinction was officially confirmed with its inclusion in the Top 1% S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) Score, a highlight of the newly released Sustainability Yearbook 2025. The rigorous evaluation, conducted by S&P Global, is one of the world’s most comprehensive and respected assessments of corporate sustainability, analyzing over 7,600 companies across all industries globally in the 2024 cycle. True Corporation’s consistent leadership in this demanding arena is a powerful testament to a long-term vision that places sustainability at the heart of innovation and corporate citizenship.
The significance of this achievement extends beyond the company itself, casting a positive light on Thailand’s growing presence in the global sustainability landscape. This year, 46 Thai companies were selected for inclusion in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook, a testament to the nation’s increasing alignment with international standards of corporate responsibility. For a technology company like True, this recognition validates a core philosophy: that true long-term success in the digital age is inextricably linked to responsible stewardship of environmental resources, a profound commitment to social progress, and the unwavering practice of good governance. It reflects a paradigm shift where the ability to innovate must be matched by the integrity to operate responsibly, for the benefit of all stakeholders.
The award was formally presented at the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 Distinction ceremony held at the Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park in Bangkok. Mr. Thomas Yagel, Head of Operations and Product at S&P Global, presented the Top 1% distinction to Mr. Chakkrit Urairat, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of True Corporation Plc.. They were joined by Dr. Piyaporn Paskaranon, True’s Head of Corporate Sustainability Development, and the company’s dedicated sustainability team, who have been instrumental in driving these initiatives forward.
Expressing immense pride in this global recognition, Mr. Chakkrit Urairat articulated the deep-seated commitment behind the award. “It is a great honor for True Corporation to be recognized by a world-class organization like S&P Global and to be ranked as a sustainability leader with the Top 1% score in the global telecommunications industry for the seventh consecutive year,” he stated. “This award reflects True’s dedication to integrating sustainability as an intrinsic part of our business. It is a testament not only to maintaining the initiatives we have consistently pursued but also to our commitment to driving positive, systematic change in a serious and structured manner.”
Mr. Urairat further elaborated that this systematic approach involves clear short, medium, and long-term targets leading up to 2030, which are designed to cover all crucial aspects of ESG. These goals are strategically aligned with both Thailand’s national development objectives and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrating a holistic view of the company’s role in the broader global community.
A cornerstone of this commitment is the company’s ambitious environmental agenda. True Corporation has set a clear and aggressive roadmap to address the urgent challenges of climate change and global warming. A significant milestone in this journey was recently achieved when the company’s Net Zero 2050 target was officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi is a globally recognized collaboration that defines and promotes best practices in emissions reductions and net-zero targets in line with climate science, lending significant credibility to corporate climate goals.
True’s validated plan includes a commitment to achieve Carbon Neutrality for direct and indirect emissions (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030, followed by the more comprehensive goal of achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. To realize these targets, the company is intensifying its efforts in several key areas, including enhancing energy efficiency across its network infrastructure and facilities, investing in new, cleaner technologies, and collaborating closely with business partners and suppliers to reduce emissions throughout the entire supply chain.
Beyond its environmental stewardship, True Corporation is leveraging its technological prowess to drive significant social impact. The company is actively working to bridge the digital divide and foster a more inclusive society by focusing on education and digital skills development. A major pillar of this social strategy is the ambitious goal to promote equitable and inclusive digital education, aiming to reach over 36 million Thais by the year 2030. This initiative seeks to mitigate inequalities in access to online knowledge and educational resources. Furthermore, True is committed to equipping the Thai population with critical digital skills for the future, with a special focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI). This commitment extends to its own workforce, with a dedicated program to upskill employees and transform them into “Citizen Developers,” empowering them to innovate and create technological solutions independently.
In the realm of governance, True is spearheading a crucial change in enhancing cybersecurity and protecting personal data for the Thai public. Recognizing the escalating complexity and severity of cyber threats, the company has launched its innovative “True CyberSafe” platform. This powerful tool utilizes advanced AI technology to provide real-time protection and enhance security against a wide array of online threats, offered at no additional cost to its users. The system’s effectiveness is demonstrated by its capacity to detect up to 7 million suspicious or malicious links per day, actively protecting a user base of over 50 million people. This initiative represents a significant step forward in building a safer and more trustworthy digital ecosystem in Thailand, reflecting a strong commitment to the principles of good governance and consumer protection.
In conclusion, True Corporation’s seventh consecutive year at the apex of global telecommunications sustainability is far more than an annual accolade; it is the definitive result of a deeply embedded, long-term strategic vision. It demonstrates a profound understanding that a modern technology company’s legacy is defined by its ability to generate value not only for its shareholders, but for society and the planet as a whole. By meticulously weaving environmental responsibility, social inclusion, and robust governance into the fabric of its operations, True Corporation is not just leading the way in Thailand; it is setting a formidable global benchmark for what it means to be a truly sustainable tech company in the 21st century.
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