Aes
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.
DitchCarbon Score
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.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Petroleum Electricity 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.
Industry Benchmark
Aes's score of 24 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Aes's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Aes reported total carbon emissions of approximately 33,901,488,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 472,668,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 10,686,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a commitment to transparency in their emissions reporting, covering all three scopes of greenhouse gas emissions. Over the years, Aes has demonstrated a significant focus on reducing its carbon footprint. For instance, in 2022, the company reported emissions of about 40,011,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 515,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. The reduction in emissions from 2022 to 2023 indicates a proactive approach to climate commitments, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets or climate pledges, Aes continues to engage in sustainability practices, aiming to improve its emissions intensity and overall environmental impact. The company’s efforts align with industry standards for climate action, reflecting a growing awareness of the need for corporate responsibility in addressing climate change.
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Add to project| 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 111,905,705,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 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 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 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 | - | - | - | - | 000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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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.
Aes is committed to some 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.
