Bord Gais Energy
Bord Gáis Energy, a prominent player in the Irish energy sector, is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland (IE). Founded in 1976, the company has evolved significantly, establishing itself as a leading provider of gas and electricity services across the country. With a strong focus on residential and business energy solutions, Bord Gáis Energy offers a range of products, including competitive energy tariffs and innovative smart home technologies. Recognised for its commitment to sustainability, Bord Gáis Energy has made significant strides in promoting renewable energy sources. The company has garnered a solid market position, serving millions of customers and earning accolades for its customer service excellence. With a dedication to delivering reliable energy solutions, Bord Gáis Energy continues to shape the future of energy in Ireland.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Bord Gais Energy'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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Bord Gais Energy's score of 7 is higher than 72% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Bord Gais Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2021, Bord Gais Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,617,822,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 1,608,871,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 1,076,446,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 2,703,917,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a significant reduction in total emissions from 2019, when emissions were about 3,630,841,000 kg CO2e, to 2021. This represents a decrease of approximately 1,013,019,000 kg CO2e over the two-year period. Bord Gais Energy has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions, indicating a commitment to transparency in its climate impact. Overall, Bord Gais Energy's emissions data reflects a positive trend towards reducing its carbon footprint, aligning with broader industry efforts to combat climate change.
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Add to project| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,536,602,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 940,644,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 2,493,919,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Bord Gais Energy 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.
