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Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras

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Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A., commonly known as Eletrobras, is a leading player in the Brazilian energy sector, headquartered in Brasília, Brazil. Founded in 1962, Eletrobras has established itself as a pivotal entity in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, primarily focusing on hydropower, which constitutes a significant portion of its energy portfolio. With operations spanning across various regions in Brazil, Eletrobras is renowned for its extensive network of hydroelectric plants, making it one of the largest electricity companies in Latin America. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its privatisation initiatives and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Eletrobras continues to innovate in renewable energy solutions, solidifying its market position as a leader in the transition towards a greener energy future.

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How does Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

50

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Distribution industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras's score of 50 is higher than 77% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobras reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,712,238,150 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,332,558,130 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 460,723,460 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,918,956,560 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 5,665,409,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,999,341,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 289,121,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,376,948,000 kg CO2e. Eletrobras has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 emissions from generated electricity by 76% per MWh by 2029, using 2023 as the baseline year. Additionally, it plans to cut all remaining absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% within the same timeframe. For Scope 3 emissions, Eletrobras targets an 80% reduction per MWh from fuel and energy-related activities and a 40% reduction from various operational activities. Long-term goals include an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions from generated electricity by 2030, alongside a 90% reduction in all remaining Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company also aims for an 85% reduction in Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by the same year. Eletrobras's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that its targets are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. The company is committed to achieving these targets while addressing its significant carbon footprint in the energy sector.

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Scope 2
575,079,000
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Scope 3
3,020,151,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras's primary industry is Distribution and trade services of electricity, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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