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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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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2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 5,772,344,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 575,079,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 3,020,151,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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