Edison
Edison, officially known as Edison S.p.A., is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1884, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leader in the production and distribution of electricity and natural gas. With a strong presence in Italy and across Europe, Edison focuses on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and innovative solutions for both residential and industrial clients. Edison’s core offerings include electricity generation, gas supply, and energy management services, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and technological advancement. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in renewable energy projects, positioning itself as a key contributor to the energy transition in Europe. With a reputation for reliability and innovation, Edison continues to shape the future of energy in a rapidly changing market.
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Edison's score of 66 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Edison's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Edison reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,600,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 6,309,652,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,437,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 16,600,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2022, saw total emissions of about 16,576,978,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 6,865,231,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 217,414,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 16,576,978,000 kg CO2e. Edison is actively pursuing climate commitments, including a roadmap for decarbonisation aimed at achieving net-zero emissions for the Pascual food group by 2026, covering both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Additionally, the 'Road to Zero' project, initiated in 2023, targets carbon neutrality by 2040 for both Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Edison's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Edison S.p.A., which is part of the Electricité de France S.A. corporate family. This relationship influences Edison's climate strategies and targets, aligning with broader initiatives from its parent organisation. Overall, Edison is committed to significant reductions in its carbon footprint, with a focus on both immediate and long-term goals, reflecting a proactive approach to climate change mitigation.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 9,674,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,017,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,004,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Edison is not participating in any 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.
