Rheinisch Westfalisches Elektrizitatswerk
Rheinisch-Westfälisches Elektrizitätswerk (RWE) is a leading energy company headquartered in Germany, with significant operations across Europe and beyond. Founded in 1898, RWE has evolved into a key player in the energy sector, focusing on electricity generation, trading, and supply, as well as renewable energy solutions. The company is renowned for its diverse portfolio, which includes conventional power generation and a growing emphasis on sustainable energy sources, such as wind and solar power. RWE's commitment to innovation and sustainability has positioned it as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a strong market presence and notable achievements in energy efficiency, RWE continues to shape the future of energy in a rapidly changing landscape.
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Rheinisch Westfalisches Elektrizitatswerk's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Rheinisch Westfalisches Elektrizitatswerk (RWE) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 75,401,993,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 53,242,042,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 392,956 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions at around 21,766,996,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by about 71.1% per megawatt-hour (MWh) by 2030 from a 2022 baseline. Additionally, RWE plans to cut its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 42% within the same timeframe. RWE's long-term goal is to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040. This includes a further reduction of Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 98.3% per MWh and a 90% reduction in remaining absolute Scope 3 emissions by 2040, also based on the 2022 figures. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect RWE's commitment to addressing climate change and transitioning towards sustainable energy solutions.
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| 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 167,100,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,100,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 135,700,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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