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Ormat Technologies

Ormat Technologies, Inc., a leading player in the renewable energy sector, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations in regions such as Geothermal and Solar energy markets. Founded in 1965, Ormat has established itself as a pioneer in the development and operation of geothermal power plants, alongside its innovative energy storage solutions. The company’s core offerings include geothermal power generation, recovered energy generation, and energy storage systems, all designed to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Ormat's unique approach to harnessing geothermal resources sets it apart in the industry, contributing to its strong market position. With numerous milestones, including the successful deployment of geothermal projects worldwide, Ormat Technologies continues to drive advancements in clean energy, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the renewable energy landscape.

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44

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

24

Industry Benchmark

Ormat Technologies's score of 44 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Ormat Technologies's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ormat Technologies reported total carbon emissions of approximately 197,712,000 kg CO2e, comprising 171,778,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 25,934,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. Notably, Scope 3 emissions were recorded at about 337,122,000 kg CO2e. Ormat has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 5% annual reduction in the intensity of Scope 1 and 2 emissions compared to a 2019 baseline, with this target set to conclude in 2023. Furthermore, the company has pledged to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. These initiatives reflect Ormat's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals, positioning the company as a proactive player in the renewable energy sector.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Ormat Technologies's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Ormat Technologies is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Ormat Technologies 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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