1、AT&T 2022 Sustainability SummaryContentsOverview 3Shareholders&Customers 5Communities 9Employees 16Environment 23Suppliers 28Progress toward Goals 30About this reportThis report reflects the global operations of AT&T,Inc.,and relates to the financial year ending December 31,2022,except where otherwi

2、se noted.Inclusion of information in this report should not be construed as a characterization of the financial materiality or impact of that information.Please see our corporate Annual Report or Form10-K for the year ended December 31,2022 and other publicly-filed documents available at .This Susta

3、inability Summary is one component of our comprehensive ESGreporting,accessible via our ESG reporting website:ESG Issue Briefs TCFD Report CDP Climate Change Disclosure Political Engagement Report Transparency Report 2023 Proxy Statement1AT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYOVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERS

4、COMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSLetter from our Chief Executive OfficerEvery year,the internet continues to improve how we live,work and communicate.Fast and reliable connectivity provides extraordinary access to real-time information and better opportunities for educati

5、on,healthcare,employment and commerce.At AT&T,we take pride in the role we play to connect people to greater possibility.From helping NASA call a man on the moon in 1969 to our work today helping bridge the digital divide,what we do matters.This report details how we continue to address our most imp

6、ortant environmental,social and governance issues for the long-term success of our business and better futures for all of us.For example:Employees are dedicated to our mission to help close the digitaldivide.At AT&TConnectedLearningCenters across the country,were helping underserved students and par

7、ents access theinternet and get the most out of free AT&T resources focusedon digital learning,literacy,online safety and career readiness.Itsall part of the 3-year,$2billioncommitment we made in 2021 toprovide greater access to affordable high-speed internet and helppeople use it in a safe and posi

8、tive way.Guided by our science-basedtarget,were taking action to addressclimate change in ways relevant to our business,and to prepare forits impacts on our operations,customers and communities.Weveset meaningful goals by year-end 2035,including to be carbonneutral across our global operations and t

9、o save our businesscustomers a gigaton of greenhouse gas emissions throughAT&Tconnectivitysolutions.Were also using cutting-edge climateprojections to build a more climate-resilient network,and weresharing that data publicly to help communities better prepare forextreme weather events.We remain comm

10、itted to building a“big tent”that fosters adiverse,equitable and inclusive environment for our workforce.OurEmployeeGroups are at the forefront of this effort.Wecontinue to integrate DE&I considerations into hiring,engagementand training activities,and Im proud our efforts have earnedAT&Trecognition

11、 as one of the best workplaces for diversity.Weve come a long way,but we know theres more to do.Our commitment to stewardship ensures we are here for our employees,customers and communities as we continue to deliver on our purpose to connect people to greater possibility.I invite you to read on and

12、learn more about how our work is creating long-term value across our operations and how were making adifference in the lives of others and the environment around us.John Stankey Chief Executive Officer,AT&T Inc.2OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GO

13、ALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYOverview2022 HighlightsOur commitment starts at the top,with oversight from the AT&T Board of Directors and guidance from the Governance and Policy Committee,Audit Committee,and Human Resources Committee.Our Chief Sustainability Officer leads our CSR Governance Cou

14、ncil,comprising more than a dozen officers responsible for business operations aligned to our most important ESG focus areas.We also convene 5 core issue committees to implement or enhance ESG programs and policies.READ MORE 2023 Proxy StatementCORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY AT AT&TOur Company purpose is

15、to connect people to greater possibility,and that focus on a better tomorrow is why the sustainability of our company,our communities and our world are so important.Were taking bold action to help bridge the digital divide,and were innovating with connectivity solutions to address some of societys g

16、reatest challenges such as climate change.Werealsocreating long-term value by reducing our environmental footprint,enhancing workforce diversity,and integrating ESG considerations into corporate risk management.SHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERS$9.9Bdividends returned to stockholders99.5%network reliabilityCOMM

17、UNITIES50+Connected Learning Centers committed through 20244.4MFirstNet connectionsEMPLOYEES75%of open positions were filledbywomen and/or people ofcolorcandidates169%of internal promotions were filled by women and/or people ofcolor candidates1ENVIRONMENT45%Scope 1 and 22 emissions reductions since

18、20153 2.9M MWhannual energy production of our U.S.renewable energy portfolioSUPPLIERS53%suppliers by spend4 have set science-based targets$16.3Bspend with diverse suppliers5 EnvironmentalGovernanceSocialCORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY BUSINESS UNITSEnvironment Community Employee Activation Human Rig

19、hts Online SafetyTOPIC-LEVEL COMMITTEESCSR GOVERNANCECOUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS OVERSIGHT ENVIRONMENTAL&SOCIALIMPACTSUSTAINABILITY GOVERNANCE3OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYHow We Create ValueOur PurposeConne

20、cting people to greater possibilityNetworkThe physical infrastructure thatsupports our world-leadingcommunications network.EmployeesOur 163K employees,located across 50 states and more than 55 countries.Customers&CommunitiesOur millions of customers and the local communities where we live and work.F

21、inancialResources and the strength of our balance sheet.Brand and Intellectual CapitalOur brand,our reputation and our capacity for innovation.EnvironmentThe energy,water and other natural resources that we use to support our operations.SuppliersOur network of suppliers across the globe.Shareholders

22、&CustomersWere helping more people connect to greater possibility by investing in network reach,quality and reliability.EmployeesWe empower our people to deliver on our corporate purpose and advance their careers,while fostering a diverse,equitable and inclusive workforce.CommunitiesWere providing c

23、ommunities with the resources and support needed to bridge the digital divide and enhance their resilience.SuppliersWe partner with responsible suppliers who enhance the resilience of our business and advance industry practice.EnvironmentWere reducing our environmental impact and innovating to help

24、customers achieve their environmental goals.page 5page 9page 16page 23page 28Key inputsSocial ImpactESG OperationalIntegrationEnvironmentalImpactOutcomes5G&WirelessNarrowing the Digital DividePublic Sector&FirstNetAT&T Business Disaster RecoveryTechnology&InnovationFiber&InternetFast,reliable and af

25、fordable broadband internetAmericas most reliable5G networkOutcomesThe stakeholder value that we create through delivering on our purpose.What we doWe create connection by bringing the benefits of high-quality connectivity and digital access.Key inputsThe resources that we rely upon to create value.

26、ESG approachWe integrate ESG issues into our operations and use our platform to drive positive impact.ESG approachWhat we do6 74OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYShareholders&CustomersBy 2025,we estimate that br

27、oadband and wireless users will consume at least five times more data than they did in2021.Through investment in innovation,were sharpening our customer focus and transforming our operations to provide connectivity in ways that benefit both shareholders and society at large.Financial Performance 202

28、2 Page 6 Network Quality&Reliability Page 7 DIVIDENDS RETURNED TO STOCKHOLDERS$9.9BADJUSTED EPS8 FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS$2.57NETWORK RELIABILITY99.5%CAPITAL INVESTMENT9$24.3BPERFORMANCE SUMMARY(FULL-YEAR 2022)5OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD G

29、OALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYFinancial Performance 2022Our solid financial performance in 2022 reflected our renewed focus on being the best connectivity provider through 5G and fiber.The divestiture of WarnerMedia in April 2022 created a more streamlined AT&T and helped enable us to invest a

30、t record levels to bring the benefits of our 5G and fiber technologies to even more people(page 7).Our network investment supports increasing customer demand for reliable,high-quality connectivity solutions.In 2022,we realized a 7.7%increase in mobility subscribers,3.5%increase in postpaid phone sub

31、scribers from the previous year,and 15.6 million mobility net subscriber additions.We had 1.2 million net additions of AT&T Fiber broadband connections,an increase of 17.5%in 2022.From July 2020 through the end of 2022,weve demonstrated sustainable momentum,with 7.5million postpaid phone net custome

32、r additions and 2.9millionAT&T Fiber net adds.This momentum,combined with continued demand for high-quality connectivity services,gives us confidence in our trajectory to deliver profitable and durable growth in 2023andbeyond.READ MORE 2022 AnnualReport 2022 10-K 2023 ProxyStatementOur focus on fibe

33、rand 5GOur world is being transformed by the widespread and growing availability of 5G and fiber.And AT&T is leading the charge with our ongoing investments in these technologies across ournetwork.Fiber network connections support more bandwidth and faster uploads than standard cable in addition to

34、99.5%proven reliability.We remain committed to our target of passing more than 30 million fiber locations including 5 million business locations by the end of 2025,having achieved the milestone of passing approximately 24 million fiber locations(including 4 million business locations)at the end of 2

35、022.Our expanding fiber footprint also helps more people enjoy 5G,as fiber provides critical bandwidth connecting our cell towers back to the internet.Weve enhanced 5G reliability and launched our mid-band 5G spectrum.At the end of 2022,our 5G network covered more than 285 million people.People acro

36、ss the country rely on our fast and secure 5G network,which is critical to our efforts to help close the digital divide(page 10),reimagine healthcare and tackle supply chain challenges.AT&T 5G also supports FirstNet Americas public safety network providing first responders with the critical connecti

37、vity they need to save lives(seepage14).Increase in mobility subscribers7.7%Increase in AT&T Fiber broadband connection net adds17.5%AT&T fiber passed at24Mlocations at year-end 2022At year-end 2022,more than285Mpeople covered by AT&T 5GCONNECTING MORE PEOPLE TO GREATER POSSIBILITYTotal U.S.Mobility

38、 Subscribers(thousands)202020212022182,558201,791217,397U.S.Postpaid Phone Subscribers(thousands)20202021202264,21667,26069,596AT&T Fiber Broadband Connections(thousands)2020202120224,9515,9927,2156OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 S

39、USTAINABILITY SUMMARYNetwork Quality&ReliabilityWe provide customers with the connectivity they need via a network built for speed,security,reliability and overallperformance.Over the past 5 years,weve invested more than$140 billion primarily in our U.S.wireless and wireline networks,including capit

40、al investments and acquisitions of wireless spectrum.10 Our network covered more than 2.9 million square miles at the end of 2022,including:Reliable 5G that covered more than 285 million people in nearly24,000cities and towns.Fiber passed at approximately than 24 million locations acrossmore than 10

41、0U.S.metro areas.Reliability when its needed mostBecause network connectivity is central to our lives,we are collecting and analyzing data on our network 24/7 to ensure its working correctly,to improve its performance and to deliver the best customer experience.Weve developed a comprehensive network

42、 resilience program to maximize service continuity in the face of extreme weather and other disruptions.The AT&T Weather Operations Center helps us stay prepared by proactively monitoring potential nature-related threats to our network,employees and communities.For example,in the lead up to Hurrican

43、e Ian,AT&T was able to position disaster response equipment and personnel in strategic areas to respond faster when the storm made landfall(see page 14 for more on our response to Hurricane Ian).When disaster strikes,AT&T is there.Our Network Disaster Recovery program helps rapidly restore communica

44、tions to affected areas.We have invested more than$650 million in the program,and our employees have dedicated 160,000 working hours to recovery exercises that test the preparedness of our equipment andcapabilities.AT&T was awarded most reliable 5G network according to Global Wireless Solutions OneS

45、core for the 2ndyearinarow.READ MORE Network Quality&Reliability Issue BriefINCREASE IN WIRELESS NETWORKCOVERAGE (SQUARE MILES)100KINCREASE IN LENGTH OF FIBERLAID IN THE U.S.(MILES)60KNETWORK TRAFFIC ON AN AVERAGE BUSINESS DAY(PETABYTES)594CAPITAL INVESTMENT9$24.3B$140Binvested primarily in our U.S.

46、wireless and wireline networks over the past five years (20182022),including capital investments and acquisitions of wireless spectrum10 More than$650Minvested in our Network Disaster Recovery program7OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 202

47、2 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYPRIVACY AND NETWORK SECURITYEveryone deserves a safe,secure online experience,and AT&T is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all our customers.Our products and services are designed with privacy inmind,and we give customers controls over how their information

48、 is shared.We also invest in customer solutions and trainings to help customersprotectthemselvesfromfraud.A safe customer experience depends on a secure network.Our experts are always looking for emerging challenges,and we regularly evaluate and deploy new tools and systems that deliver highly effec

49、tive safeguards against attemptedcyberattacks.OUR PRIVACY PRINCIPLESTRANSPARENCY Were open and honest about how we use your data.CHOICE AND CONTROL We give you choices about how we use your data.SECURITY We use strong safeguards to keep your data confidential and secure.INTEGRITY We do what we say.N

50、etwork Quality&ReliabilityIncreasing climate resilienceOur approach to climate risk recognizes that we must not only transition to a low-carbon economy(page 24),but importantly,address the physical impacts of climate change.Building climate resilience means understanding the threats we face from cli

51、mate change and taking steps to prepare our infrastructure to withstand more frequent extreme weather.Fortifying our network helps ensure continuity for the millions of people who depend on our connectivity services every day.In collaboration with the U.S.Department of Energys Argonne National Labor

52、atory(Argonne),we developed AT&Ts Climate Change Analysis Tool(CCAT),which helps visualize wind,drought,wildfire and flooding at the neighborhood level up to 30 years in the future.With CCAT,we can take climate change into account as we plan for network buildouts,maintenance and disaster preparednes

53、s.We also collaborated with Argonne and the Federal Emergency Management Authority to share our climate expertise more widely through the launch of ClimRR,a climate risk and resilience portal that offers CCAT data for community preparedness initiatives across the U.S.(page 15).In 2022,we continued t

54、o enhance our climate risk management by engaging an external vendor to conduct a scenario analysis,building on our existing climate impact assessment work.Relevant insights will be incorporated into AT&T sustainability governance,risk management,and financial and strategic planning processes.READ M

55、ORE Privacy Issue Brief Network&DataSecurity Issue BriefREAD MORE Climate Change&Greenhouse GasEmissions Issue Brief Network Quality&Reliability Issue Brief8OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYDigital Divide Page

56、10 Community Resilience Page 14 CommunitiesThe internet is increasingly vital to our everyday lives,whether it be learning in and outside the classroom,accessing healthcare,finding jobs,or socializing and staying close to family.But many people cant reliably access the internet,as millions of Americ

57、ans still dont have broadband internet access at home.Others also miss out because they dont have the skills necessary to take full advantage of its potential.Through our ongoing investment to help close this digital divide,were helping more people get online and connected to greater possibilities.A

58、T&T CONNECTED LEARNING CENTERS(AT YEAR-END 2022)20FIRSTNET CONNECTIONS4.4M9OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYWeve committed$2 billion to helping close the digital divide by focusing not only on access to afforda

59、ble high-speed internet,but also the skills and community resources that encourage safe and successful adoption.Digital DivideCONNECTING TOWNS ACROSS AMERICANearly 1 in 4 rural Americans say that broadband internet access is a major problem in their communities.11 Throughout 2022,AT&T continued to p

60、artner with state and local authorities in smaller towns and cities to address this issue.These efforts contribute to our target to pass more than 30 million fiber locations,including business locations,in the United States by the end of 2025.We began work on a$24 million collaboration between AT&T

61、and the city of Amarillo,Texas to bring reliable,high-speed internet to more than 22,000 residential and business locations in the city.One of the areas that will benefit directly is East Amarillos Barrio neighborhood,which has been the focus of a revitalization plan since 2018.In Kentucky,Oldham Co

62、unty selected AT&T to build a state-of-the-art fiber network that will connect every home and small business in the county.In neighboring Indiana,weve been working with the City of Martinsville,the City of Boonville and Vanderburgh County on fiber projects that will bring the benefits of broadband t

63、o their communities.All these investments help narrow the digital divide so all Americans have the opportunity to connect to a betterfuture.ACCESSWere keeping customers and communities connected through investing in our network(page 7)and working with state and local officials to extend our broadban

64、d networks.Were also providing access to AT&T Fiber,Wi-Fi,and computers at AT&T Connected Learning Centers in underserved neighborhoods(page 11).AFFORDABILITY AT&T is participating in the FCCsAffordable Connectivity Program(ACP)12to help make wired and wireless services more affordable for millions

65、of American households.By combining the federal ACP benefit with one of the Access from AT&Tplans,eligible households can take advantage offree high-speedinternet.ADOPTIONHaving a broadband connection and digital resources isnt enough.The AT&T Connected Learning initiative equips people and communit

66、ies with digital literacy skills so they can thrive online(page13).It also helps communities understand and appreciate the value of their connectivity.10OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYDigital DivideExpanding

67、access to low-cost broadbandEstablished in 2016,Access from AT&T makes low-cost internet service available for qualifying low-income households.In 2022,weexpanded the programs eligibility to all households that qualify for ACP and apply the federal benefit to AT&T internet service.We also updated th

68、e program to include speeds up to 100 Mbps where available.We work with grassroots organizations to ensure low-income people and families are aware and can take advantage of theoffer.$2Bour 3-year commitment to address the digital divide20Connected Learning Centers opened by end of 202250+Connected

69、Learning Centers to be opened by end of 2024READ MORE Digital DivideIssue Brief Access fromAT&T websiteAT&T Connected LearningThrough AT&T Connected Learning(SM),were investing in technology,digital literacy and digital learning solutions to help connect todays learners with success.Were guided by o

70、ur target to reach 1millionpeople in need with digital resources by year-end 2025,and had reached more than 290,000 by the endof2022.Weve established AT&T Connected Learning Centers in underserved neighborhoods across the country,working with local community organizations to provide students and fam

71、ilies free access to high-speed fiber internet,Wi-Fi and Dell computing devices.AT&T employees also serve as tutors and mentors at these centers through our AT&T Believes(SM)volunteerism initiative(page 21).In 2022,we opened centers in citiesincluding:Atlanta Detroit Tupelo,Mississippi Augusta,Georg

72、ia Houston Raleigh,NorthCarolina Chicago Los Angeles Cleveland San FranciscoWe reached our target to open at least 20 AT&T Connected Learning Centers by 2023 and have increased our ambition to establish more than 50 centers by the end of 2024.PROGRESS:PROVIDE 1 MILLION PEOPLE IN NEED WITH DIGITAL RE

73、SOURCES BY YEAR-END 202501,000,000290,000 people reachedPROGRESS:OPEN MORE THAN 50 CONNECTED LEARNING CENTERS BY YEAR-END 2024050 centers20 centers openedWere also providing technology and equipment directly to low-income learners who need it most.We partnered with nonprofit device refurbishers such

74、 as Digitunity,Compudopt and Human-I-T to get more than 40,000computers into the handsof students and families nationwide.More than40,000computers distributed to those in need through nonprofit device refurbishment organizations40,610Wi-Fi hotspots distributed to underserved students in 2022READ MOR

75、E Digital Divide Issue Brief11OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYDigital DivideConnectivity for all ages in ClevelandCleveland resident Ivy Fontanez came to the AT&T Connected Learning Center at Esperanza after h

76、er kids left home and she had no idea what to do next.The Esperanza center offered her free access to high-speed broadband,Wi-Fi and computers,as well as educational and mentoring resources.Despite thinking it was too late at age 42 to learn digital skills,Ivy got online at Esperanza and has started

77、 taking college classes.On the other side of Cleveland,the AT&T Connected Learning Center within the Ashbury Senior Computer Community Center hosted a block party in 2022 that brought together more than a hundred neighbors.At the event,attendees learned about how they can access low-cost internet th

78、rough Access from AT&T and many parents with school-age children took home refurbished laptops.Our 2 Cleveland AT&T Connected Learning Centers and the growing number of others across the country demonstrate one way AT&Tis committing to closing the digital divide,from school kids to retirees and ever

79、yone in between.“There are a lot of people like me,who are struggling,and the AT&T Connected Learning Center at Esperanza brings us hope.”Ivy Fontanez,Esperanza client Read more about Ivys experience at Esperanza.READ MORE Digital DivideIssue Brief AT&T ConnectedLearning website12OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDER

80、S&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYDigital DivideCOLLABORATING FOR IMPACTThrough our collaboration with the Public Library Association(PLA),we worked to bring bilingual,in-person digital literacy workshops to 160 libraries in 2022.

81、To help us gauge the effectiveness of our workshops,we collaborated with the PLA to survey participants about their experience.As indicated by the results below,the vast majority felt more confident and knowledgeable about digital resources as a result of their participation in a library workshop an

82、d intend to apply what theyve learned.88%feel more confident using digital resources90%feel more knowledgeable about using digital resources91%intend to apply what theyve learnedDigital literacy and digital learningEven with access to affordable internet,many lack the skills,tools and resources to n

83、avigate the web safely and effectively.Through AT&T Connected Learning,we provide free digital literacy and learning resources for parents,caregivers and families.In 2022,we made hundreds of educational videos,lessons and learning activities available to students through The Achievery,a free and saf

84、e online distance learning platform offering educational content and lesson plans aligned with academicstandards.We also collaborated with organizations including All4Ed,National After School Association,Connected Nation,Digitunity and others to help bring The Achievery to students in and out of sch

85、ool.In 2022,more than 78,000 students participated in learning with The Achievery.78,000+studentsparticipated in learning activities through The AchieveryOur impact is amplified when we equip community members with the tools and expertise necessary to act as digital navigators-facilitators that help

86、 others in their community develop digital skills necessary to leverage their internet access.In 2022,we invested$2.5 million to launch our digital navigator program and community-based IT helpdesk that will provide training to community members in navigator roles.Deploying digital navigators within

87、 local communities has been proven to drive adoption across underrepresented communities because residents feel more comfortable and safer receiving help through localorganizations.13OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY S

88、UMMARYCommunitiesCommunity ResilienceWhen disaster and tragedy strike,its crucial that people are able to connect with loved ones and access what they need to get back on their feet.Recognizing the important role we play as a connectivity provider,weve set a target to help 1 million people prepare f

89、or and recover from the impacts of disasters by year-end 2030.This commitment focuses on essential support for communities and public safety through strategic partnerships beyond our normal emergency response and network disaster recovery operations.For example,we have partnered with Information Tec

90、hnology Disaster Resource Center,a volunteer organization that provides connectivity and charging solutions to support survivors in times of crisis.Since establishing the target in 2021,we have helped more than 500,000 individuals prepare for and recover from natural disasters.Connecting first respo

91、nders through FirstNetWhen first responders get the call,a reliable network is essential to coordinate their response.To address this critical need,the First Responder Network Authority(FirstNet Authority)partnered with AT&T to deliver FirstNet,Built with AT&T the only network built specifically for

92、 Americas first responders and extended public safety community.FirstNet stands above commercial offerings by providing first responders with truly dedicated coverage and capacity when they need it,unique benefits like always-on priority and preemption and innovative mission-ready solutions.Througho

93、ut 2022,FirstNet played an important role in supporting community safety,including during and after the Colorado and Yosemite fires,flooding in Kentucky,and Hurricane Ian.Recognizing that disasters have contributed to a mental health crisis among our nations first responder community,we established

94、the FirstNet Health&Wellness Coalition to coordinate holistic health and wellness support.Through the Coalition,we provided health and wellness training to nearly 12,000 first responders.99%U.S.population covered by AT&T and FirstNet networksPROGRESS:HELP 1 MILLION PEOPLE PREPARE FOR AND RECOVER FRO

95、MNATURALDISASTERS BY YEAR-END 203001,000,000500,000 individuals helpedOUR RESPONSE TO HURRICANE IANHurricane Ian struck Florida in September 2022,bringing record flooding and significant devastation to Gulf Coast communities.Prior to landfall,the AT&T Weather Operations Center(page 7)tracked Ians ap

96、proach to help us set up resources in strategic locations to expedite our response.As the storm passed,the FirstNet Response Operations Group at AT&T responded to more than 110 public safety requests with first responders and deployed more than 85 full-scale communications solutions to support respo

97、nse efforts.In the aftermath,we opened our networks so people from all carriers could connect with loved ones even if their carriers services were not available because of the storm.To ease financial pressures as communities recovered and rebuilt,we waived various service charges and fees for affect

98、ed residents and businesses.AT&T and the AT&T Foundation provided further support by donating$400,000 to local organizations for recovery efforts(page 22).READ MORE Community Engagement&Philanthropy Issue Brief FirstNet website14OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSP

99、ROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYCommunity ResilienceHelping communities adapt toclimatechange1 in 3 Americans say they have been personally affected by an extreme weather event in the past 2 years.As these events become more frequent and intense,community leaders need to understa

100、nd how they can better protect critical infrastructure and vulnerable populations.Were helping communities enhance their resilience through the launch of a climate data platform called the Climate Risk and Resilience Portal(ClimRR)developed in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency

101、 and ArgonneNationalLabs.ClimRR gives local and state leaders free access to localized climate data about potential future climate-related risks and how their community could be affected.Similar to how AT&T uses climate data to inform its own investment decisions(page 8),ClimRR can inform where and

102、how communities can make their own infrastructure more resilient.It can also support community preparation initiatives through an enhanced understanding of how climate hazards may evolve into thefuture.READ MORE Climate Change&Greenhouse GasEmissions Issue Brief ClimRR onAT&T website“Our resilience

103、is interconnected with that of our communities thats why were helping others prepare for the impact of severe weather in the years to come.”Charlene Lake AT&T Chief Sustainability Officer&SVP Corporate Social Responsibility15OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGR

104、ESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYEmployee Engagement Page 17 Training&Career DevelopmentPage 20 Diversity,Equity&InclusionPage 18 Community Engagement Page 21 EmployeesAcross all 50 U.S.states and in more than 55 countries,AT&T employees deliver technology and telecommunications servi

105、ces to millions of consumers and businesses every day.We strive to be an employer of choice and invest in our people through well-paying jobs,competitive benefits and skills development programs that open advancement opportunities.We aim to ensure a workforce that is representative of the communitie

106、s where we live and work.Our approach seeks to establish diversity at all levels and instill a sense of belonging across our entireworkforce.EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SCORE82%TOTAL HOURS OF EMPLOYEE TRAINING178MOPEN POSITIONS FILLED BYWOMEN AND/OR PEOPLE OF COLOR CANDIDATES175%16OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTO

107、MERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYEngaged employees are essential to bringing our companys purpose to life.We are committed to helping employees to feel connected to and fulfilled by their work.The annual AT&T Employee Survey is a key in

108、put to our employee listening program.Through this survey,we obtain feedback on employee sentiment and gain actionable insights on how to enhancethe employee experience at AT&T.The 2022 AT&T Employee Survey recorded a strong employee engagement score of 82%.13 The feedback behind this score demonstr

109、ates that employees are proud to be associated with AT&Tand feel a sense of personal accomplishment from their work,among other factors.Engagement scores and other AT&T Employee Survey results are shared throughout the organization,and leaders take responsibility for targeted initiatives based on fe

110、edback from their teams.Forexample,as part of our ongoing cultural transformation initiative,weve been amplifying our most effective corporate behaviors and empowering employees to simplify or discontinue business practices that no longer aid in the success of our company.READ MORE Human CapitalMana

111、gement Issue Brief AT&T Careers websiteEmployee EngagementCONNECTING OUR PEOPLE TO WHAT MATTERSEmployees who participate in community engagement programs are significantly more likely to stay with the business,recommend AT&T as a place to work,and generally feel better about working for the company.

112、Recognizing the importance of connecting our people to our social and environmental efforts,were working to increase employee awareness of our commitments to address the digital divide and climate change.AT&T employees are volunteering to bridge the digital divide in their local communities(page 21)

113、,stepping up as Environmental Champions(page 22),and innovating to help our business customers reduce their emissions(page 26).163Kemployees7 across 50states and 55+countries 82%employee engagement score in 202202040608020202021202277%84%82%year-over-year employee engagement17OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CU

114、STOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYDiversity,Equity&Inclusion(DE&I)By building a diverse,equitable and inclusive workforce,we help strengthen and empower the many communities in which welive,work and play.Our approach to DE&I puts our

115、employees and their experiences at the heart of our inclusive culture,valuing and celebrating the diversity of their backgrounds,perspectives and abilities.We prioritize recruiting and hiring talented people who reflect the world in which we live,with heightened focus on growing our senior leadershi

116、p pipeline of diverse talent.We also continue to focus on ensuring diversity in promotions and professional development(see page 20 for more on how we integrate DE&I into our training efforts).Employee Group members are our organizations cultural lifeblood and at the forefront of our efforts to adva

117、nce DE&I.In 2022,more than 40,800employees participated in networking,volunteering and fundraising opportunities sponsored by Employee Groups.In addition,our Employee Groups awarded more than 300 scholarships totaling more than$565,000.Were proud to be recognized by top DE&I organizations for our su

118、pport of diverse communities in 2022.READ MORE Diversity,Equity&Inclusion Issue Brief AT&T Diversity,Equity&InclusionwebsiteEMPLOYEE DEMOGRAPHICS(END OF YEAR 2022)1437%women in senior management15 49%people of color inU.S.workforce6.7Kindividuals with disability inU.S.workforce16 11.4Kveterans inU.S

119、.workforce16 2.7Kindividuals identify as LGBTQ+inU.S.workforce16 HIRING AND ADVANCING AT AT&T(2022 REPORTING PERIOD)37%of new hires were women65%of new hires were peopleofcolor75%of open positions were filledby women and/or people of color candidates1 69%of internal promotions were filled by women a

120、nd/or people of color candidates1 Bloomberg Gender EqualityIndexDiversityInc Top 50 Companies for DiversityBest Places to Work for LGBTQ+EqualityBest Place to Work for Disability Inclusion18OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINAB

121、ILITY SUMMARYDiversity,Equity&Inclusion(DE&I)PEOPLE,PURPOSE AND POSSIBILITYThe annual AT&T Employee Group conference is one of the most anticipated employee events of the year.Under the banner of People,Purpose and Possibility,the 2022 conference brought together 1,000employees in five locations acr

122、oss the U.S.and Mexico,and another 15,000online attendees from 21 differentcountries.Employees said that the conference showcased how AT&T is truly living diversity and inclusion,and more than 90%ofattendees said they would recommendthe conferenceto acolleague.When surveyed about the AT&T Employee G

123、roup conference,our people said:“Ilovedtheenergy,itreallyhelpedtokeepmeengaged andIwouldattendthiseventagain.”“Greatevent,itreallyprovidedabigpictureofthelevel ofdiversityatAT&T.”READ MORE Diversity,Equity&Inclusion Issue Brief AT&T Diversity,Equity&Inclusion websiteEquality FirstIn 2021,we began ou

124、r Equality First movement with the launch of the Equality First mobile app,giving employees access to an immersive hub of content and hands-on tools.The content within the app continues to grow,including personal storytelling from employees across the broad spectrum of diversity at AT&T,as well as m

125、ajor film festival shorts that bring stories from the communities we serve to employees.We provide this content at nocost to our employees,all while investing back in the filmmakerswho create it to continue their art and connect with greater possibilities.In 2022,we expanded the Equality First offer

126、ing to introduce a desktop experience focused on building inclusive leadership practices.This imperative provides people leaders the tools needed to make small,incremental changes to their behaviors that add up to big cultural changes over time.The platform offers bite-sized learning on our key DE&I

127、 pillars that can be integrated into daily operations and provides a safe,private forum for discussing the content,asking questions,and sharing challenges.With this experience,our peopleleaders:Improve trust-building know-how,built on a foundationofpsychological safety.Learn how to communicate to in

128、spire broader audiences.Sharpen their ability to recognize and counteract how bias impactstheir teams work and relationships.Upskill in assessing team members contributions through thelenses of inclusion and equity.Gain expertise to more consciously and comfortably builddiverseteams.19OVERVIEWSHAREH

129、OLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYTraining&Career DevelopmentWhen our employees succeed,our company does better.We invest in skills development programs for our people throughout their careers.Through these efforts,we help ou

130、r employees and our business thrive.In 2022,our employees completed an average of 30 courses per employee1 through AT&T Learning&Development our award-winning internal training organization that engages our team with training,mentoring and career development programs.We also partner with learning in

131、stitutions such as Harvard Business and LinkedIn Learning to offer leadership and career courses.Key outcomes of our training and development programs in 2022 include:$135Minvestment in employee trainingand professional development programs17 197Kemployees reached17 8Mtotal hours of employeetraining

132、17 326Khours devoted to upskilling forfuture roles17$10.5Mtuition assistance foremployees1 READ MORE Human CapitalManagement IssueBriefDEVELOPING LEADERSHIP SKILLSIn 2022,we reimagined our approach to leadership development.We focused on developing and enhancing leadership skills and capabilities th

133、at aim to develop leaders who can play a role in developing others and who can role model key future capabilities for the rest of the organization.Participants in programs AT&T Learning&Development facilitates gain strategic exposure and engagement opportunities with their peers and other AT&T leade

134、rs.Consistent with our talent strategy to meaningfully improve leadership diversity at AT&T,AT&T Learning&Development facilitates several programs targeted at developing diverse leaders.Examplesinclude:Leadership Education for Asian PacificsSMU Rising Latino Leaders ProgramBlack Enterprise Black Men

135、 Xcel SummitBlack Enterprise Black Women of Power SummitPROGRAMS FOR ALL CAREER STAGESOur training and skills development activities are designed to maximize our employees success in their current roles and support their future aspirations.NEW HIRE TRAINING We focus on creating a positive onboarding

136、 experience for all candidates to ensure their job readiness and continued engagement.In 2022,we delivered 4 million hours of new hire training to help incoming employees learn about the company and their department-specific roles andresponsibilities.ROLE-SPECIFIC SKILLS We help employees develop ro

137、le-specific skills through training optimized to their current position.For example,our Real Time Training method helps employees develop role-specific skills by using machine learning to deliver short-form training content to the right employees at the right time.With Real Time Training,we are able

138、 to identify who needs training and when,as well as which training solution is most likely to drive the greatest performance improvements for the employees respective key performance indicators.ADVANCED LEARNING PROGRAMS Our advanced learning programs help employees identify the most impactful path

139、to grow their skills.In 2022,employees recorded 2.1 million training hours on advanced learning programs,with 326,000 hours registered toward employee upskilling for a future role.17 20OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY

140、 SUMMARYAT&T BELIEVES AND THE DIGITAL DIVIDEThrough AT&T Believes(SM),our global employee volunteer program,our people participate in grassroots efforts to create positive change in local communities.Addressing the digital divide was a major focus for AT&T Believes in2022.Throughout the year,U.S.emp

141、loyees volunteered to support underserved learners at AT&T Connected Learning Centers both virtually and in-person(see page 11 for more on AT&T Connected Learning Centers).Our employees helped students reach their full potential by serving as tutors and mentors,teaching digital literacy workshops,an

142、d participating in computer distribution events.Helping close the digital divide was the focus of a company-wide employee engagement campaign,Bridge to Possibility:Closing the digital divide,together.During the campaign,AT&T employee volunteers beautified five Connected Learning Centers and our Empl

143、oyee Groups(see page 18)assembled 10,000connected learning kits for distribution to 18local communities.The kits provide tools to support students in completing their schoolwork online.Community EngagementThrough their jobs and beyond,our employees connect people to greater possibility every day.Our

144、 people are dedicated to amplifying their positive impact through a range of community engagement initiatives.Throughout the year,AT&T employees contribute their time and resources to organizations and causes including bridging the digital divide,disaster relief,and environmental stewardship.Recogni

145、zing the importance of community engagement to our team,we established a target to engage 50%of employees in grassroots volunteering and charitable giving initiatives by year-end 2030.At the end of 2022,wehad engaged 31%of employees and continue to progress toward ourtarget.18 PROGRESS:ENGAGE 50%OF

146、EMPLOYEES IN VOLUNTEERISM AND GIVING BY YEAR-END 20300%50%31%engagementREAD MORE Community Engagement&Philanthropy Issue Brief AT&T Believes website21OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYCommunity EngagementOur Env

147、ironmental ChampionsOur Environmental Champions program engages employees in our work to protect the environment by equipping them with information and skills to help them live and work more sustainably.The program has grown to include more than 1,800 individuals,who incorporate learnings into their

148、 own lives and share information with colleagues and friends.Our employees also took part in environmental stewardship projects including building bee habitats,planting seed balls,and cleaning up parks and lakes.The generosity of our peopleWe encourage our employees to donate to causes they care abo

149、ut through a year-round giving program.In 2022,more than 40,000 AT&T employees generously donated$15.7 million to more than 17,000charities.19 AT&T is committed to helping employees further their philanthropic impact.We offer a program that matches employee charitable contributions to 501(c)(3)nonpr

150、ofits and allows employees to earn Volunteer Rewards grants based on time volunteering in the community that can be directed to the 501(c)(3)charity of their choice.In 2022,more than 45,000employeesearned Matching and Volunteer Rewards.Our people also supported special fundraisers throughout the yea

151、r.Employees donated more than$250,000 to support the citizens of Ukraine,the communities of Uvalde and Buffalo,survivors of Hurricanes Fiona and Ian,and more(see page 14 for additional information on our community resilience efforts).TOTAL AMOUNT OF CORPORATE AND AT&T FOUNDATION GIVING20$89.1MTOTAL

152、AMOUNT CONTRIBUTED OR DIRECTED THROUGH CORPORATE,EMPLOYEE AND AT&T FOUNDATION GIVING PROGRAMS$104.8MTOTAL VALUE OF EMPLOYEE VOLUNTEERISM21$11.6MPERCENTAGE OF EMPLOYEES WORLDWIDE ENGAGED IN COMMUNITIES THROUGH GRASSROOTS VOLUNTEERISM AND GIVING INITIATIVES 31%READ MORE Community Engagement&Philanthro

153、py IssueBrief22OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYGigaton Goal Page 26 Carbon Neutrality Page 24 Waste Management Page 27 EnvironmentAs one of the worlds largest companies,we can play a role in creating a better,

154、more environmentally sustainable future.Were acting to address climate change and prepare for its impacts because it is good for our business,for the stakeholders we serve and for our planet.Were on our way to carbon neutrality by the end of 2035 and are actively working with our suppliers and custo

155、mers to help reduce their environmental impact as well.ANNUAL ENERGY PRODUCTION OF OUR U.S.RENEWABLE ENERGY PORTFOLIO3 2.9M MWhU.S.EPA GREEN POWER PARTNER LISTRANKING6thCUSTOMER EMISSIONS REDUCTIONS ATTRIBUTABLE TO AT&T SMART CLIMATE SOLUTIONS SINCE 2018(METRIC TONS CO2e)149.2MGROSS ANNUALIZED COST

156、SAVINGS SINCE 2015 FROM ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECTS$663M23OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYCarbon NeutralityClimate change is one of the worlds most pressing challenges.Ourconnectivity can be part of the solutio

157、n.Guided by our Climate Strategy and Transition Plan,were acting to address climate change and prepare for its impacts.We have set a goal to be carbon neutral,targeting net zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas(GHG)emissions2 for our operations by the end of 2035,guided by a science-based target(SBT)ali

158、gned with keeping global temperature increases to below 1.5 degrees Celsius.We continue to progress toward our carbon neutral and SBT ambitions,having reduced emissions by more than 41%at the end of2022(2015 baseline).3 Looking beyond AT&Ts operations,weve achieved our objective for at least 50%of o

159、ur suppliers22 to set their own science-based targets(page 29).Weve also committed to supporting a gigaton of customer emissions reductions through our Gigaton Goal(page 26).PROGRESS:REDUCE SCOPE 1 AND 2 GHG EMISSIONS 63%BY YEAR-END 203030%63%45%reductionPROGRESS:ACHIEVE NET ZERO SCOPE 1 AND 2 GHG E

160、MISSIONS BY YEAR-END 203530%100%45%reductionEnhancing our efficiencyOur greatest opportunity for emissions reductions is to reduce electricity consumption and accelerate our energy efficiency efforts.Being smarter with purchased electricity also brings financial savings as we drive kilowatts out of

161、the business,we remove both emissionsand energy-related costs.From 2015 through 2022,weve implemented approximately 161,000energy efficiency projects across the organization.These projects reduced our Scope 2 emissions and amounted to gross annualized savings of approximately$663 million.23 We will

162、continue toact on opportunities to drive down energy consumption in support ofour carbon neutralgoal.161Kenergy efficiency projects implemented since 20157M MWhof annual energy savings since 2015$663Mgross annualized cost savings since 2015 Reducing fleet emissionsOur carbon neutral goal also includ

163、es reducing emissions from our global fleet.We expect to reduce our fleet emissions which currently account for 51%of our Scope 1 emissions at least 76%by 2035.Our strategy involves optimizing routes,switching to hybrid and electric vehicles and reducing the overall size of the fleet.READ MORE Energ

164、y ManagementIssue Brief Climate Change&GreenhouseGas Emissions Issue Brief24OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYCarbon NeutralitySupporting clean energyAT&T is one of the largest corporate buyers of renewable ener

165、gy in the U.S.24 Over the past few years,AT&T has transitioned from generating only a few megawatt-hours of renewable energy to being#6 on the EPA Green Power Partner List.Going big on renewable energy also benefits local communities.AT&T-backed renewable energy projects are creating hundreds of con

166、struction jobs and dozens of permanent jobs in the fast-growing clean energy sector.In early 2022,we confirmed 2 virtual power purchase agreements from new solar projects in Maryland and Pennsylvania generating up to 300 construction jobs in each state.We also administered a national request for pro

167、posal in 2022 to procure community solar subscriptions.This resulted in executed agreements with 38 vetted community solar projects across 4 states totaling a maximum capacity of 55 MW that are projected to saveAT&T$15 million over a 15-year term.These agreements will enablethe production of over 19

168、1,000,000 kWh of clean energy per year,avoiding over 135,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions.We remain committed to expanding our clean energy efforts and expect to continue to grow our renewable energy portfolio.This will be an integral part of how we meet our emissions reduction goals.2.9M MWhannual

169、energy production of our U.S.renewable energy portfolio“Were investing in renewable energy because it is good for the planet and good for our business.”Joe Taylor AT&T Vice President of Global Infrastructure Optimization&Implementation25OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSU

170、PPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYGigaton GoalWe are amplifying our climate efforts by developing innovations that help others become more efficient and manage their carbon footprints.Since 2015,we have been working with business customers and nonprofits to drive adoption o

171、f AT&T Smart Climate Solutions that reduce GHGemissions.Recognizing the opportunity for connectivity solutions to support emissions reductions at scale,we established the Gigaton Goal acommitment to help our customers collectively reduce a gigaton of GHG emissions by the end of 2035(2018 baseline).A

172、t the end of 2022,weve supported 149.2 million metric tons of customer emissions reductions approximately 15%of the way toward our Gigaton Goal.25Connected Climate InitiativeThrough the Connected Climate Initiative(CCI),we convene the brightest minds from leading technology companies,AT&T Business c

173、ustomers,universities and nonprofits to identify best practices,develop new products and scale innovations.The CCI drives our Gigaton Goal progress through increasing the adoption of Smart Climate Solutions that use AT&T connectivity to reduce emissions.Some of the Smart Climate Solutions that the C

174、CI worked on in2022include:SALESFORCE Integrating AT&T Internet of Things(IoT)solutions into the Salesforce Net Zero Cloud to make it easier for customers to monitor assets in near real-time and quickly identify emissions reduction opportunities.GEOTABWorking with GeoTab to help customers make infor

175、med decisions about how to electrify their fleets.MICROSOFT AND DELOITTECollaborating with Microsoft and Deloitte to bring the ConnectedSpaces product to market,which helps facility operatorstrack emissions data with more accuracy.PROGRESS:GIGATON GOAL SUPPORT 1 BILLION METRIC TONS OF CUSTOMER GHG E

176、MISSIONS REDUCTIONS BY YEAR-END 203501,000,000,000149,200,000DATA MANAGEMENT FOR NET ZEROMonitoring and reducing an organizations GHGemissions can be complex.Our IoT solutions enable customers to monitor and manage many different types of equipment,including lighting,heating,cooling and other mechan

177、ical equipment to optimize their use.For example,AT&T developed Equipment and Machinery Solutions to better track,monitor,control and optimize heavy machinery and equipment,such as dozers,forklifts and cranes,and help companies manage their performance all in a single view.This IoT solution helps co

178、mpanies collect and survey vital equipment data,such as engine hours and fuel consumption of machinery,to calculate emissions within the Salesforce Net Zero Cloud-enabling businesses to better track their sustainability goals from the job site to the boardroom.NetZero Cloud provides AT&Ts customers

179、with critical data accessible from virtually any location via a web portal or mobile app.This AT&T capability is available for any of our business customers.READ MORE Climate Change&Greenhouse GasEmissions Issue Brief AT&T Reducing Emissionswebsite26OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEES

180、ENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYGIVING A SECOND LIFE TO OLD DEVICES14.9Mconsumer devices reused or recycled in 202227 11%materials from take-back programs recycled28 89%materials from take-back programs reused or sold28 0%materials from take-back programs lan

181、dfilled28 Waste ManagementAs the scale of human impact on our planet continues to grow,its become clear that conventional,linear methods of production and disposal need to be reconsidered.We must move toward a circular economy,which involves embedding sustainability throughout the life cycle of a pr

182、oduct or service.Many materials that we work with can be reused or repurposed instead of being sent to landfill.Together with our waste management partners,weve progressed closer toward our target to reduce the amount of U.S.waste sent to landfill by 30%by year-end2030(2019 baseline).At the end of 2

183、022,we reduced the amount of landfill waste by 27.9%from 2019.26We worked to reduce our waste footprint in 2022 through:Improving data accuracy in our supply chain through targetedtraining for mobility and fleet vendors.Contracting with more vendors located closer to our wastestreams,which increases

184、 diversion opportunities and reduceswaste-related emissions.Continuing to divert fiber-optic cable scrap,which can be shreddedand milled to serve as components for roofing materials.PROGRESS:REDUCE AMOUNT OF U.S.WASTE SEND TO LANDFILL 30%BY YEAR-END 20300%27.9%reduction 30%READ MORE Product Life Cyc

185、leIssue Brief Waste ManagementIssue BriefProgressing toward circularity All electronic devices should be reused,refurbished or recycled.Reusing devices contributes to a circular economy and helps create more affordable product options for consumers.In 2022,we recovered 14.9 million devices including

186、 mobile phones,internet gateways and television set top boxes.27 Some of these devices are refurbished and distributed to students affected by the digital divide(page 10).If a device cannot be reused in its entirety,we extract individual parts that may be reusable and recycle any remaining plastics

187、and metals.AT&T makes it easy for customers to give a second life to their old devices,including:Encouraging customers to return old phones during the upgradeprocess or by taking advantage of our trade-in programs.Refurbishing or recycling broadband internet devices throughin-home appointments where

188、 an AT&T technician will recoverusedequipment.Offering options for customers to mail their devices back toustorecycle.Were proud that 0%of materials from take-back programs went tolandfill in 2022.28 These efforts provide a solid foundation for our circular economy approach,which we expect to expand

189、 in 2023.27OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYSuppliersWhether its combatting climate change,enhancing diversity,or upholding human rights,we accomplish more when we work together with our trusted suppliers.As a

190、global company,we rely on a diverse set of suppliers around the world.29 We partner with suppliers who hold themselves to high ethical standards and who work with us to advance sustainable business practices throughout our supply chain.SUPPLIERS4 WITH THEIR OWN SCIENCE-BASED GHG TARGETS53%SPEND WITH

191、 DIVERSE SUPPLIERS IN 20225$16.3B28OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYResponsible Supply ChainCombatting climate change togetherWere using our scale and influence to encourage AT&T suppliers to reduce their own c

192、arbon emissions.Part of AT&Ts science-based target(page 24)includes a commitment to ensure 50%of our suppliers4 set their own science-based GHG targets by year-end2024.Were proud to report that we achieved our goal as of year-end2022,53%of our suppliers have set science-based targets.Through the yea

193、r,we also trained suppliers on using environmental reporting to track progress and reduce their environmental impact over time.Suppliers representing more than$7 billion in annual spend participated in the training.Enhancing supplier diversityAT&T is proud to be a long-standing leader in supplier di

194、versity.Over the last 54 years,we have spent more than$230 billion with businesses and enterprises owned by minorities,women,veterans,LGBTQ+persons,and people with disabilities.In 2022,we met our annual goal to exceed 21.5%of supplier spend and$10 billion in total procurement expenditures with diver

195、se suppliers,reaching$16.3billion.5 This represents 26.3%of our overall procurement spend.As we adopt new and emerging technologies critical to our business initiatives,were focused on ensuring diverse businesses are part of our transformation.We participate in regional and national supplier diversi

196、ty events and work with several diversity business organizations,such as the National Minority Supplier Development Council,for targeted supplier identification.In 2022,AT&T sponsored or participated in roughly 250in-person and virtual supplier diversity outreach events.Our supplier financing progra

197、ms allow small,diverse businesses to leverage the credit power of AT&T.In 2022,participants in our supplier financing program included 96 certified women-owned business enterprises,91 certified minority business enterprises and 10certified disabled-veteran enterprises.Supplier sustainability integra

198、tionWe engage our strategic suppliers to integrate sustainability performance metrics into sourcing decisions.These assessments cover a range of ESG factors such as environmental management,circular economy,stakeholder engagement and a suppliers management of its own supply chain.Our objective is fo

199、r at least 80%of spend to be covered by supplier sustainability assessments through 2025.As a signatory to the UN Global Compact,we recognize the importance of upholding human rights in our supply chain.Through our membership in the Joint Alliance for CSR(JAC)we conduct audits annually within our su

200、pply chain using a common audit framework that includes facility evaluations,management interviews,confidential worker interviews and supplier documentation reviews.The JACauditframework addresses 10 focus areas,including human rights considerations such asthe use of child labor and forced/bonded la

201、bor.In 2022 JAC audited 79 factory locations,30 including 41 AT&T suppliers,impacting over 133,000 individuals.AT&T led a combination of 6 audits and Mobile Worker Surveys of AT&T suppliers factory locations.JACidentified 549 corrective actions and closed 51%of all open and newly identified correcti

202、ve actions including 61%rated as major,30%rated as minor and 10%flagged for priority.31 READ MORE Responsible Supply ChainIssue Brief AT&T SupplierDiversity website$16.3Bsupplier spend in 2022 with businesses owned by minorities,women,veterans,LGBTQ+,and people with disabilities582%of spend had sust

203、ainability performance metrics embedded in sourcing decisions in 202232PROGRESS:ENSURE 50%OF SUPPLIERS ADOPT SCIENCE-BASED GHG TARGETS BY 2024 0%53%of suppliers 50%29OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYProgress to

204、ward GoalsCommunitiesGOAL/TARGETPROGRESSInvest$2 billion to help bridge the digital divide by the end of 2023.Invested$1.35B across programs including Access from AT&T and AT&T Connected LearningAs part of our 3-year$2 billion digital divide commitment,we reached our goal of opening at least 20 AT&T

205、 Connected Learning Centers across the U.S.With our original goal met,wehave set a new goal to open more than 50 AT&T Connected Learning Centers by the end of2024.Access from AT&T helps bridge the digital divide by making low-cost internet service available for qualifying low-income households.In 20

206、22,we expanded the programs eligibility to allhouseholds that quality for ACP and apply the Federal benefit to AT&T internet service.We also updated the program to include speeds up to 100 Mbps where available.Provide 1million people in need with digital resources through AT&T Connected Learning byt

207、he end of 2025.Reached more than 290,000 individuals Through AT&T Connected Learning,were investing in connectivity,technology,digital literacy and digital learning solutions to help connect todays learners with success.As of year-end 2022,we have reached more than 290,000 people with digital resour

208、ces through AT&TConnectedLearning.Engage 50%of our employees worldwide in communities through grassroots volunteerism and giving initiatives bythe end of 2030.31%of employees engaged in volunteerism andgiving18Through a variety of corporate community engagement opportunities and programs,employees d

209、onate time and money to their communities.In 2022,31%of our workforce engaged in volunteerism and giving through AT&T.Beyond emergency response and network disaster recovery,help 1 million people prepare for and recover from the impacts of disasters bythe end of 2030.Delivered humanitarian relief an

210、d connectivity solutions serving more than 500,000 individuals since2021In 2022,through strategic partnerships,we supported the delivery of connectivity solutions,humanitarian relief,and resiliency and recovery resources serving more than 290,000individuals impacted by Hurricanes Fiona and Ian,the h

211、istoric Eastern Kentucky floods and other disasters around theworld.EnvironmentGOAL/TARGETPROGRESSReduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 63%(2015 base year)aligning with a 1.5Cpathway bytheendof 2030.2(Approved by the Science Based Targets initiative in 2020.)Reduction of more than 45%Between 2

212、015-2022,we reduced reported Scope 1and2GHGemissions by more than 45%,reaching 71%of our 2030 target.33Achieve carbon neutrality(netzeroScope 1 and 2 emissions)by the end of2035.2Reduction of more than 4 million metric tons ofCO2e32022 Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions were approximately 4.8 millionmetric

213、 tons of CO2e.This represents more than 45%attainment toward carbon neutrality from our 2015base year(approximately 8.8metric tons of CO2e).Deliver connectivity solutions that enable business customers to reduce a gigaton(1billion metric tons)of GHG emissions between 20182035.Enabled 38.9 million me

214、tric tons of customer emissionssavingsAT&T-enabled customer GHG emissions reductions measured between 2018 and 2022 totaled 149.2 million metric tons ofCO2e,approximately 15%attainment toward our GigatonGoal.25Reduce the amount of U.S.waste we send to landfill 30%(2019baseyear)bytheend of 2030.Reduc

215、tion of 27.9%262022 waste sent to landfill totaled 110,063 metric tons(MT).This represents a 27.9%reduction from our 2019 base year(152,784MT).SuppliersGOAL/TARGETPROGRESSLead our supply chain to improve its social and environmental impacts by integrating sustainability performance metrics into our

216、sourcing decisions for 80%ofour spend bytheend of 2025.Reached 82%of spend,exceeding our goal for the secondconsecutive yearAT&T Global Supply Chain continues to require suppliers to adhere to our Principles of Conduct for Suppliers through our Supplier Portal and contract agreements.We continue to

217、incorporate sustainability-oriented standards and analyses into sourcing decisions,including the addition of sustainability clauses into requests for proposal and agreements,training our sourcing managers on the principles of sustainability,and providing updates to sourcing managers on the sustainab

218、ility performance ofexisting suppliers.Work to ensure 50%of our suppliers(covering purchased goods and services,capital goods,and downstream leased assets as a portion of spend)set their own science-based Scope 1 and 2 GHG targets by theend of 2024.(Approved by theScience Based Targetsinitiative in2

219、020.)53%of suppliers have set science-based GHGemissionstargetsIn 2022 we met our Scope 3 science-based target by ensuring that suppliers representing 53%our spend(against our goal of 50%)have set their own science-based Scope 1 and 2 targets.Reach 21.5%of supplier spend and exceed$10 billion in tot

220、al procurement expenditures with minority-,women-,veteran-,LGBTQ+-and disability-owned business enterprises(annual target).Spent$16.3 billion with certified diverse businesses representing 26.3%of overall procurement spend5 16.5%of spend with minority-owned businessenterprises 8.8%of spend with wome

221、n-owned businessenterprises 1%of spend with veteran-owned business enterprises$9.4M spent with LGBTQ+-owned business enterprises$11.5M spent with disability-owned businessenterprises30OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY

222、SUMMARY12345678I nclusive of AT&T Corporate and AT&T Communications.Scope 1 emissions include direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by the company(such as our fleet).Scope 2 emissions include indirect emissions that result from the generation of purchased energy.2018-2022 data is inclusi

223、ve of all AT&T operations(U.S.and international).Starting in 2022,data does not include DIRECTV,Vrio,Xandr and WarnerMedia.Note:In July 2021,we completed a transaction with TPG Capital involving our North America video business including DIRECTV,AT&T TV and U-verse to form a new company called DIREC

224、TV.In November 2021,we completed the sale of our Latin America video operations,Vrio,to Grupo Werthein.In April 2022,we completed a transaction to combine our WarnerMedia segment,subject to certain exceptions,with a subsidiary of Discovery Inc.In June 2022,we completed the sale of the programmatic a

225、dvertising marketplace of Xandr Inc to Microsoft.Refers to 50%of our suppliers covering purchased goods and services,capital goods and downstream leased assets as a portion of spend.Supplier diversity spend excludes content and programming spend,and reflects the activities of the AT&T Global Connect

226、ions and Supply Chain organization within AT&T Communications.Based on nationwide GWS drive test data.GWS conducts paid drive tests for AT&T and uses the data in its analysis.AT&T 5G requires compatible plan and device.5G not available everywhere.Go to for details.Data inclusive of AT&T Communicatio

227、ns,AT&T Corporate and AT&T International;does not include DIRECTV or WarnerMedia.Adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations includes adjusting items to revenues and costs that we consider non-operational in nature,including items arising from asset acquisitions or dispositions.We adjust for net

228、 actuarial gains or losses associated with our pension and postemployment benefit plans due to the often-significant impact on our results(we immediately recognize this gain or loss in the income statement,pursuant to our accounting policy for the recognition of actuarial gains and losses).Consequen

229、tly,our adjusted results reflect an expected return on plan assets rather than the actual return on plan assets,as included in the GAAP measure of income.The tax impact of adjusting items is calculated using the effective tax rate during the quarter except for adjustments that,given their magnitude,

230、can drive a change in the effective tax rate,in these cases we use the actual tax expense or combined marginal rate of approximately 25%.For 2022,Adjusted EPS from continuing operations of$2.57 is Reported EPS from continuing operations of($1.10)adjusted for$3.59 impairments,abandonments and restruc

231、turing,$0.19 benefit-related and other costs,$0.16 proportionate share of intangible amortization at the DIRECTV equity method investment,and$0.06 impact of ASU No.2020-06,minus$0.20 actuarial gain on benefit plans and$0.13 benefit from tax items.Further information is included in our Form 8-K dated

232、 January 25,2023.9 Capital investment from continuing operations is a non-GAAP financial measure that provides an additional view of cash paid for capital investment to provide a comprehensive view of cash used to invest in our networks,product developments and support systems.In connection with cap

233、ital improvements,we negotiate with some of our vendors to obtain favorable payment terms of 120 days or more,referred to as vendor financing,which are excluded from capital expenditures and reported in accordance with GAAP as financing activities.Capital investment from continuing operations includ

234、es$19.6 billion of capital expenditures from continuing operations and$4.7 billion of cash paid for vendor financing.10 The years ended December 31,2020 through 2022 present results from continuing operations,and the years ended December 31,2018 and 2019 include comparable adjustments to remove capi

235、tal expenditures from discontinued operations.11“Broadband Access Still a Challenge in Rural Affordable Housing.”The Pew Charitable Trusts.12 Eligibility determined by the National Lifeline Eligibility Verifier(National Verifier),managed by the Universal Service Administrative Company.For more infor

236、mation on eligibility criteria for the ACP,visit https:/acpbenefit.org.13 The 2022 AT&T Employee Survey response rate was 65%.14 Data does not include WarnerMedia,DIRECTV or Vrio.15 Senior Management Positions are defined as roles that are a maximum of two levels away from the CEO or comparable posi

237、tions.16 As self-identified via AT&T iCount.AT&T Inc and AT&T Communications only.These metrics are only tracked in the U.S.Employees in other countries do not have the ability to identify in any of these areas.This data is voluntarily self-reported,which means there may be a discrepancy between emp

238、loyees who are part of these groups and employees willing to report that they are part of these groups.17 Inclusive of AT&T Communications,AT&T Corporate and AT&T International.18 Representative of all AT&T operations,excluding AT&T Mexico.19 Representative of all AT&T operations,including WarnerMed

239、ia.20$67.5 million of 2022 philanthropic giving was provided by AT&T and$21.6 million was provided through the AT&T Foundation.21 The value of volunteer time was calculated using the Independent Sector value of a volunteer hour,which was$29.95 for 2022.22 Covering purchased goods and services,capita

240、l goods and downstream leased assets as a portion of spend.23 2022 increase in annualized energy costs savings driven by large scale renewable energy and decommissioning projects.24252627282930313233 U.S.Environmental Protection Agency.Green Power Partnership National Top 100.https:/www.epa.gov/gree

241、npower/green-power-partnership-national-top-100.Data does not include DIRECTV or Vrio.2022 data is inclusive of AT&T Communications,U.S.operations.2018-2022 data include mobility devices,broadband devices and internal AT&T devices.Data(2018-2022)covers AT&Ts U.S.operations.2018-2021 data have been r

242、estated to exclude DIRECTV.Note:In July 2021,we completed a transaction with TPG Capital involving our North America video business including DIRECTV,AT&T TV and U-verse.2018-2022 data include AT&Ts U.S.operations.Our Global Supply Chain(GSC)organization manages the supply chain of AT&T Communicatio

243、ns and AT&T International operating companies.This represents the largest and most complex portion of our supply chain.Because of the scale of this work,supplier-related content in this document reflects the efforts of GSC unless otherwise noted.Supplier diversity and supplier sustainability metrics

244、 represent the effort of our entire U.S.operations.AT&Ts Global Supplier Diversity team administers the Supplier Diversity program on behalf of all AT&T affiliates(herein referred to as“AT&T”).This report includes results for all affiliates of AT&T Corporate.This number reflects Joint Audit Cooperat

245、ion(JAC)and Validated Assessment Program(VAP)audits.Totals may not add to 100%because of rounding.The supplier sustainability management approach reflects the activities of the AT&T Global Connections and Supply Chain organization within AT&T Communications.AT&T follows the GHG Protocol for Scope 1,

246、Scope 2 and Scope 3 reporting.2022 GHG emissions data contains Q4 estimations.Endnotes31OVERVIEWSHAREHOLDERS&CUSTOMERSCOMMUNITIESEMPLOYEESENVIRONMENTSUPPLIERSPROGRESS TOWARD GOALSAT&T 2022 SUSTAINABILITY SUMMARYThe AT&T ESG reporting website provides comprehensive disclosure additional to this Sustainability Summary:ESG Issue Briefs TCFD Report CDP Climate Change Disclosure Political Engagement Report Transparency Report 2023 Proxy StatementATTimpactATT