Axpo Holding AG, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), is a leading player in the energy sector, specialising in renewable energy, electricity trading, and energy solutions. Founded in 2001, Axpo has established itself as a key provider of sustainable energy across Europe, with significant operations in Germany, Italy, and France. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to energy production, focusing on hydropower, wind, and solar energy, which sets it apart in a competitive market. Axpo's commitment to sustainability and its extensive portfolio of services, including energy management and trading, have positioned it as a trusted partner for businesses and municipalities alike. With a strong emphasis on technological advancement and customer-centric solutions, Axpo Holding continues to achieve notable milestones, reinforcing its status as a frontrunner in the transition to a greener energy future.
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In 2024, Axpo Holding, headquartered in Switzerland (CH), reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,985,003,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 1,302,321,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 37,765,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and 644,346,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In Switzerland, the company’s emissions were about 28,458,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 and 2,818,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3, alongside 23,614,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1. In 2023, Axpo's global emissions were reported at approximately 1,852,894,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 987,903,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at 44,918,000 kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions at 820,073,000 kg CO2e. In Switzerland, emissions for the same year were about 37,544,000 kg CO2e (Scope 2) and 3,532,000 kg CO2e (Scope 3), with Scope 1 emissions at 35,323,000 kg CO2e. Axpo has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specifically, the company plans to achieve net-zero direct emissions (Scope 1) by 2040 and aims to eliminate carbon emissions from its electricity consumption and vehicle fleet by 2030. These targets reflect Axpo's commitment to sustainability and its proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint in line with industry standards.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,980,150,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 65,760,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 22,980,000 | 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 |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Axpo Holding has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
