Iberdrola
Iberdrola, officially known as Iberdrola, S.A., is a leading multinational utility company headquartered in Bilbao, Spain (ES). Founded in 1992, Iberdrola has established itself as a key player in the global energy sector, particularly in renewable energy, electricity generation, and distribution. The company operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Latin America, focusing on sustainable energy solutions. Iberdrola is renowned for its commitment to clean energy, offering a diverse range of services including wind, solar, and hydroelectric power generation. Its innovative approach to energy transition has positioned it as a market leader, with significant achievements in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency. With a strong emphasis on sustainability, Iberdrola continues to drive advancements in the energy industry, making it a pivotal force in the global shift towards renewable resources.
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Iberdrola's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Iberdrola reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,587,589,000 kg CO2e (Scope 1: 10,587,589,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2: 1,746,827,000 kg CO2e, Scope 3: 39,304,151,000 kg CO2e). The company has made significant commitments to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for carbon neutrality in its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, with a long-term goal of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2039. Iberdrola has set ambitious reduction targets, including a 65% decrease in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. Specifically, it aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions from power generation by 83% per kWh and Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 85% per kWh within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 42% and all remaining Scope 3 emissions by 46% by 2030. For the long term, Iberdrola targets a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2039, with specific reductions of 84% for Scope 1 and 2 emissions from power generation and 95% for Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities. The company has already achieved a 14% reduction in its direct emissions (Scope 1) from 2017 to 2019. Iberdrola's climate strategy aligns with industry standards and reflects its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, positioning it as a leader in the energy sector's transition towards a low-carbon future.
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| 2015 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,587,793,000,000 | 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 | 964,920,000 | 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 3 | 27,350,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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