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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Industry Benchmark
Bord Gais Energy's score of 3 is lower than 80% 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's emissions have shown a downward trend from 2020, where total emissions were about 3,263,872,000 kg CO2e, and from 2019, which recorded approximately 3,630,841,000 kg CO2e. Bord Gais Energy has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, the company is actively engaged in monitoring and reporting its emissions across all three scopes, indicating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact. The absence of defined reduction targets suggests that while Bord Gais Energy is aware of its carbon footprint, it may still be in the process of developing a comprehensive strategy to address climate change effectively.
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| 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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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Bord Gais Energy 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.
