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AES Bulgaria

AES Bulgaria, a subsidiary of the global energy leader AES Corporation, is headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria. Established in 2001, the company has become a key player in the Bulgarian energy sector, focusing on the generation and distribution of electricity. With a commitment to sustainability, AES Bulgaria operates major facilities in the region, including the Maritsa East 1 power plant, which is renowned for its advanced technology and efficiency. The company offers a range of services, including renewable energy solutions and innovative energy management systems, setting it apart in a competitive market. AES Bulgaria has achieved significant milestones, such as being a pioneer in the integration of renewable energy sources in the country. With a strong market position, AES Bulgaria continues to lead the way in providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions, contributing to Bulgaria's energy independence and environmental goals.

DitchCarbon Score

How does AES Bulgaria'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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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business 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.

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Industry Benchmark

AES Bulgaria's score of 0 is lower than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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AES Bulgaria's reported carbon emissions

As of the latest available data, AES Bulgaria's carbon emissions reflect significant figures across various scopes. In 2017, the company reported Scope 2 emissions of approximately 226,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of about 15,421,000,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a notable reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from purchased goods and services, which accounted for 1,000,000 kg CO2e. In the preceding years, emissions have shown fluctuations: in 2016, Scope 2 emissions were around 306,000,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions were approximately 5,864,000,000 kg CO2e. The trend from 2014 to 2017 suggests a complex emissions profile, with Scope 3 emissions peaking in 2017. Despite these figures, AES Bulgaria has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within an industry context that increasingly prioritises sustainability and carbon neutrality, yet specific commitments or strategies to mitigate emissions have not been disclosed.

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Scope 2
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Scope 3
5,853,000,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. AES Bulgaria's primary industry is Other business services (74), which is very 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. AES Bulgaria is headquartered in BG, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high 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.

AES Bulgaria 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.

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The Climate Pledge
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Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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