NHPC
NHPC Limited, headquartered in India, is a leading player in the hydropower sector, primarily focused on the development and operation of hydroelectric projects. Established in 1975, NHPC has made significant strides in renewable energy, contributing to India's energy security and sustainability goals. With a strong presence in various operational regions across the country, the company has successfully commissioned numerous projects, enhancing its reputation in the industry. Specialising in hydroelectric power generation, NHPC offers unique services that leverage advanced technology and environmental stewardship. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and has achieved notable milestones, including the installation of a substantial capacity of renewable energy. As a key contributor to India's power sector, NHPC continues to strengthen its market position through innovation and strategic expansion in the renewable energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
How does NHPC'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
NHPC's score of 18 is lower than 53% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NHPC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NHPC reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 4,685,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 37,367,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 42,052,000,000,000 kg CO2e for both scopes. Notably, there were no emissions recorded for Scope 3. Comparatively, in 2022, NHPC's emissions were approximately 50,189,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined, indicating a substantial increase in emissions over the years. The emissions for previous years were significantly lower, with 2019 emissions at about 55,407,000 kg CO2e, 2020 at approximately 48,470,000 kg CO2e, and 2021 at around 48,289,000 kg CO2e. Despite the increase in emissions, NHPC has not publicly disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests a need for enhanced strategies to address their carbon footprint and align with global climate goals.
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Get Started| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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| Scope 1 | 4,594,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 50,814,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.
NHPC is not committed to any 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.
