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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.

DitchCarbon Score

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47

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.

8

Industry Benchmark

Iberdrola's score of 47 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Iberdrola's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Iberdrola reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 10,587,589,000 kg CO2e, comprising 10,587,589,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,746,827,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 39,304,151,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2039, using 2020 as the base year. Iberdrola's near-term targets include a 65% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2030. 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%. For long-term goals, Iberdrola commits to a 90% reduction in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2039, with specific targets of 84% and 95% reductions in emissions per kWh for power generation and fuel-related activities, respectively. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Iberdrola's dedication to sustainable energy practices and climate action.

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2015201820192020202120222023
Scope 1
31,587,793,000,000
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Scope 2
964,920,000
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
27,350,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Iberdrola's primary industry is Distribution and trade services of electricity, which is very high 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. Iberdrola is headquartered in ES, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Iberdrola is committed to some 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.

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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