Electricite De France
Electricité de France (EDF), headquartered in France, is a leading player in the global energy sector, primarily focused on electricity generation and distribution. Founded in 1946, EDF has established itself as a cornerstone of the French energy landscape, with significant operations across Europe and beyond. The company is renowned for its commitment to low-carbon energy solutions, offering a diverse portfolio that includes nuclear, renewable, and thermal power generation. EDF's unique approach to energy efficiency and sustainability has positioned it as a market leader, with notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and advancing innovative energy technologies. With a strong emphasis on customer service and energy transition, EDF continues to shape the future of energy, making it a pivotal force in the industry.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Electricite De France's score of 67 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Electricite De France's reported carbon emissions
In 2018, Electricité de France (EDF) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 146,970,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 35,700,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at around 470,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 110,800,000,000 kg CO2e. The following year, 2019, saw a slight increase in total emissions to about 152,790,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions decreasing to approximately 33,100,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions rising to about 119,400,000,000 kg CO2e. EDF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or sooner. The company has established a trajectory to reduce all emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2035, with a target of at least a 90% reduction in total CO2 emissions by 2050. Specifically, EDF aims for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2025, a 70% reduction by 2030, and an 80% reduction by 2035. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by at least 90% by 2050, which accounted for nearly 80% of its greenhouse gas emissions in 2022. These commitments align with industry standards and reflect EDF's dedication to addressing climate change and transitioning towards a more sustainable energy future.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Electricite De France is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
