Enel
Enel, officially known as Enel S.p.A., is a leading multinational energy company headquartered in Rome, Italy. Established in 1962, Enel has evolved into a key player in the global energy sector, with significant operations across Europe, Latin America, and North America. The company primarily focuses on electricity and gas distribution, renewable energy generation, and innovative energy solutions. Enel is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, boasting a diverse portfolio that includes solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. This dedication to green energy has positioned Enel as a frontrunner in the transition towards a low-carbon economy. With numerous accolades for its environmental initiatives, Enel continues to set benchmarks in the energy industry, driving advancements in smart grids and digitalisation.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Enel's score of 53 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Enel's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Enel reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 95,550,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 34,510,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,510,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 56,530,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects Enel's ongoing commitment to reducing its carbon footprint across its operations. Enel has set ambitious near-term targets to achieve significant reductions in its emissions. By 2030, the company aims to reduce Scope 1 emissions from power generation by 80% per kilowatt-hour (kWh) from a 2017 baseline. Additionally, it plans to cut Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 78% per kWh, and reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 55%. Furthermore, Enel is committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 non-power generation emissions and Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services, capital goods, and other fuel and energy-related activities by 55% within the same timeframe. Looking towards the long term, Enel has pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This includes a complete elimination of Scope 1 emissions from power generation and Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities, both on a per kWh basis. The company also aims for a 100% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 non-power generation emissions and relevant Scope 3 emissions. Enel's climate commitments align with industry standards and reflect its dedication to sustainability and reducing the impacts of climate change.
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Add to project| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 127,800,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 370,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 | 7,727,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Enel 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.
