Vestas
Vestas Wind Systems A/S, commonly known as Vestas, is a leading global player in the renewable energy sector, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1945, Vestas has established itself as a pioneer in wind turbine manufacturing and services, with a strong operational presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of wind turbines, offering innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Vestas is renowned for its commitment to advancing wind technology, with a diverse portfolio of products that cater to various market needs. With a significant market share and numerous industry accolades, Vestas continues to drive the transition to renewable energy, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the wind energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Vestas'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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Wind Power 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.
Industry Benchmark
Vestas's score of 43 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Vestas's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Vestas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 109,000,000 kg CO2e, which includes 108,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Vestas operates within the renewable energy sector, focusing on wind energy solutions, which inherently contribute to lower carbon emissions compared to fossil fuel-based energy sources. The company is committed to sustainability and aims to enhance its environmental performance, although specific strategies or targets for emissions reduction have not been detailed in the available data. Overall, Vestas's emissions data reflects its ongoing efforts to align with global climate goals, but further transparency regarding reduction commitments would enhance its sustainability profile.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 69,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 61,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
Vestas is not committed to any 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.
