Calpine
Calpine Corporation, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1984, Calpine has established itself as a prominent player in the power generation industry, focusing primarily on natural gas and geothermal energy. The company operates across several major regions, including California, Texas, and the Northeast, delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions. Calpine is renowned for its state-of-the-art power plants, which utilise advanced technologies to maximise efficiency and minimise environmental impact. With a commitment to clean energy, the company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest producers of renewable energy in the U.S. Calpine's market position is bolstered by its innovative approach and dedication to sustainability, making it a key contributor to the nation’s energy landscape.
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Calpine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Calpine reported carbon emissions of approximately 48,915,527,000 kg CO2e, representing their Scope 1 emissions. This figure marks an increase from 44,356,429,000 kg CO2e in 2022 and 43,586,132,000 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data. Calpine's emissions have fluctuated over the years, with 2020 seeing the highest recorded emissions at approximately 45,513,944,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no specific reduction targets or initiatives outlined in their climate commitments. The absence of documented reduction targets suggests that while Calpine is aware of its emissions, it has not publicly committed to specific goals for reducing its carbon footprint. Overall, Calpine's emissions data highlights the ongoing challenges in managing carbon outputs within the energy sector, particularly as they continue to navigate the complexities of climate commitments without established reduction targets.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,902,248,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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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.
Calpine is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
