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Enbw

EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG, commonly known as EnBW, is a leading energy provider headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany. Founded in 1997, the company has established a strong presence in the energy sector, primarily operating in the regions of Baden-Württemberg and beyond. EnBW focuses on electricity, gas, and water supply, alongside renewable energy solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to sustainable energy. With a commitment to innovation, EnBW offers a diverse range of services, including energy generation, distribution, and customer solutions. The company has made significant strides in expanding its renewable energy portfolio, contributing to its reputation as a forward-thinking utility provider. EnBW's dedication to sustainability and customer-centric services has solidified its market position, making it a notable entity in the European energy landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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51

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

22

Industry Benchmark

Enbw's score of 51 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Enbw's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, EnBW Energie Baden-Württemberg AG reported total carbon emissions of approximately 37,910,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 10,910,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 421,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 26,576,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Notably, the company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 87.4% per MWh by 2035, which translates to an 83% absolute reduction from a 2018 baseline. Additionally, EnBW is committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and related fuel and energy activities by 42.5% by the same year. Over the years, EnBW has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with significant reductions in emissions observed from 2018 to 2023. For instance, in 2018, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of 16,600,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e, indicating a downward trend in emissions as part of its climate strategy. EnBW's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, EnBW's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects its dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainable energy practices in Germany and beyond.

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Scope 1
16,700,000,000
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00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,200,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
23,700,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
00,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Enbw's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium 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. Enbw is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Enbw 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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