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SunEdison, Inc.

SunEdison, Inc., a leading player in the renewable energy sector, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 2003, the company has established itself as a pioneer in solar energy solutions, with significant operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Specialising in solar power generation and energy storage, SunEdison offers innovative products and services that cater to both residential and commercial markets. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with sustainable practices, positioning them as a formidable competitor in the industry. With a commitment to expanding access to clean energy, SunEdison has achieved notable milestones, including the development of large-scale solar projects and strategic partnerships that enhance their market presence. As a result, the company continues to play a crucial role in the global transition towards renewable energy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does SunEdison, Inc.'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.

21

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

21

Industry Benchmark

SunEdison, Inc.'s score of 21 is higher than 69% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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SunEdison, Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2014, SunEdison, Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 461,445,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 19,926,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 442,189,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The previous year, 2013, saw total emissions of about 438,608,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 12,810,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 426,508,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, SunEdison has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of defined climate commitments or science-based targets suggests a need for further transparency in their sustainability efforts. As a company headquartered in the US, SunEdison operates within an industry increasingly focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing climate resilience.

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Scope 1
12,810,000
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Scope 2
426,508,000
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Scope 3
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. SunEdison, Inc.'s primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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. SunEdison, Inc. is headquartered in US, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

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.

SunEdison, Inc. 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.

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

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