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EDF Energy (UK) Limited Sustainability Profile

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EDF Energy (UK) Limited, a prominent player in the UK energy sector, is headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leading provider of electricity and gas, serving millions of residential and business customers across England, Wales, and Scotland. Specialising in low-carbon energy solutions, EDF Energy is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering a diverse range of services including electricity generation, energy supply, and renewable energy initiatives. The company operates several nuclear power stations, contributing significantly to the UK's energy mix and helping to reduce carbon emissions. With a strong market position, EDF Energy has achieved notable milestones, including investments in renewable technologies and a focus on customer-centric services. Its dedication to providing reliable and affordable energy makes it a key player in the transition towards a greener future.

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How does EDF Energy (UK) Limited'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.

88

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services 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.

29

Industry Benchmark

EDF Energy (UK) Limited's score of 88 is higher than 93% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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EDF Energy (UK) Limited's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from Electricité de France S.A.

EDF Energy (UK) Limited currently does not have specific emissions data available for the most recent year, as indicated by the absence of reported figures. The company is a current subsidiary of Electricité de France S.A., which means that any relevant emissions data or climate commitments may be cascaded from this parent organization. As part of its climate commitments, EDF Energy (UK) Limited aligns with the sustainability initiatives of Electricité de France S.A., which includes participation in various climate-related frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). These initiatives aim to set ambitious reduction targets and enhance transparency regarding carbon emissions. While specific reduction targets for EDF Energy (UK) Limited are not detailed, the overarching goals from Electricité de France S.A. suggest a commitment to significant emissions reductions across all scopes. This includes efforts to decarbonise operations and transition towards renewable energy sources, reflecting industry standards for climate action. In summary, while EDF Energy (UK) Limited does not provide specific emissions data or reduction targets, it is part of a larger corporate family that is actively engaged in climate commitments and initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

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How Carbon Intensive is EDF Energy (UK) Limited's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. EDF Energy (UK) Limited's primary industry is Real Estate Services, which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is EDF Energy (UK) Limited's Location?

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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. This request for EDF Energy (UK) Limited is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

EDF Energy (UK) Limited's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

EDF Energy (UK) Limited's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 1% last year and decreased by approximately 28% since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 52% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
52%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
23%
Investments
9%
Capital Goods
8%
Purchased Goods and Services
7%

EDF Energy (UK) Limited's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

EDF Energy (UK) Limited has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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