ISA, or Interconexión Eléctrica S.A., is a leading player in the energy and telecommunications sectors, headquartered in Colorado. Founded in 1967, the company has established a strong presence across Latin America, particularly in Colombia, Peru, and Brazil. ISA is renowned for its expertise in electric power transmission and the development of infrastructure projects, making significant strides in renewable energy integration. The company’s core offerings include high-voltage transmission services and telecommunications solutions, distinguished by their commitment to innovation and sustainability. ISA has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its operational capacity and enhancing grid reliability, positioning itself as a market leader in energy interconnection. With a focus on sustainable development, ISA continues to drive advancements in the energy sector, contributing to regional growth and environmental stewardship.
How does ISA's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2020, ISA reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 28,783,300 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,745,190 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,870,680 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data indicates a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Comparatively, in 2019, ISA's emissions were about 32,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 25,318,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 5,741,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 6,493,000 kg CO2e. This shows an increase in emissions in 2020, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2 categories. ISA has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. This lack of formal commitments may reflect an industry context where many companies are still developing their climate strategies. Overall, ISA's emissions data highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and potential future commitments to reduce their carbon footprint, particularly in light of increasing global climate concerns.
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2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
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Scope 1 | 1,691,490 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 923,300 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 737,190 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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ISA 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.