The AES Corporation, commonly referred to as AES, is a leading global energy company headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1981, AES has established a strong presence in various regions, including Latin America, Asia, and the Caribbean, focusing on the generation and distribution of electricity. With a commitment to sustainable energy solutions, AES offers a diverse portfolio of services, including renewable energy generation, energy storage, and utility-scale projects. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to integrating clean technologies, positioning itself as a key player in the transition to a low-carbon future. Notable achievements include significant investments in renewable energy and a robust market position, making AES a trusted name in the energy sector. Through its dedication to operational excellence and sustainability, AES continues to shape the future of energy worldwide.
How does Aes'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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Aes's score of 41 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, AES reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,901,488,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 472,668,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 10,300,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to reducing carbon intensity by 70% from 2016 levels by 2030, targeting significant reductions in Scope 1 emissions. In previous years, AES has shown a consistent approach to managing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted about 40,011,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 1 and 515,000,000 kg CO2e in Scope 2. The company has also disclosed emissions from business travel and other activities under Scope 3, indicating a comprehensive understanding of its overall impact. AES's climate commitments are aligned with industry standards, focusing on both absolute and intensity-based reduction targets. The goal to achieve a 70% reduction in carbon intensity by 2030 underscores their proactive stance in addressing climate change and enhancing sustainability within their operations.
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2013 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 75,169,843,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Aes is participating in some 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.