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 51,638,567,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions distributed across various scopes: Scope 1 emissions were about 10,587,589,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 1,746,827,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached around 39,304,151,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, Iberdrola aspires to achieve carbon neutrality for Scopes 1 and 2 by 2030, offsetting any residual emissions thereafter. Iberdrola's long-term commitment includes a target to reach net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2039, with interim goals of reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 65% by 2030 from a 2020 baseline. The company also aims to reduce emissions intensity to 50 gCO2/kWh globally by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect Iberdrola's commitment to sustainable energy practices and climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 31,587,790,000 | - | - | 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 | 000,000 | 00,000 | 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 | - | 0,000,000 | 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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