Eon
E.ON SE, commonly referred to as E.ON, is a leading energy company headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 2000, E.ON has grown to become a prominent player in the European energy market, with significant operations across Germany, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. The company focuses on providing innovative energy solutions, including electricity and gas distribution, renewable energy generation, and energy management services. E.ON is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, investing heavily in renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies. With a strong market position, E.ON has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its renewable energy portfolio and enhancing customer-centric services. The company's unique approach to energy transition and digitalisation sets it apart in the competitive energy landscape, making it a trusted partner for both residential and commercial customers.
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Eon's score of 65 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Eon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, E.ON SE reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1980000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6410000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 125030000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the figures were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2010000000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 6170000000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 135920000000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its emissions significantly, aiming for a 75% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline, and achieving climate neutrality by 2040. E.ON's long-term commitment includes achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. The company also plans to reduce Scope 3 emissions by at least 50% by 2030, with specific targets for different categories, including a 75% reduction in emissions related to fuel and energy from purchased power sold to end customers. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect E.ON's commitment to sustainable practices in the energy sector. E.ON's emissions data is sourced directly from E.ON SE, with no cascaded data from parent organizations. The company operates with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint while transitioning towards more sustainable energy solutions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,530 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 3,370 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | 71,020 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Eon is participating in some of the initiatives that 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.
