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.
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Electricite De France's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Electricité de France (EDF) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 90.7 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 16.8 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 0.65 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 73.3 million tonnes CO2e. This represents a slight decrease from 2023, where total emissions were about 91.8 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 18.9 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at about 0.45 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 72.5 million tonnes CO2e. EDF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 60% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2025 compared to 2017 levels, which translates to a target of about 20 million tonnes CO2e. Furthermore, the company aims for an 80% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2035, equating to approximately 10.5 million tonnes CO2e. In 2023, EDF achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 emissions compared to the previous year. The company is also committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, with interim targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). These include a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2017 baseline and a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Overall, EDF's climate strategy is aligned with a 1.5°C warming scenario, reflecting its commitment to sustainable energy practices and significant emissions reductions in the coming decades.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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