Calpine Corporation, a leading provider in the transmission services of electricity, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1984, Calpine has established itself as a key player in the energy sector, particularly in the development and operation of natural gas-fired power plants. With a strong presence in major operational regions across the U.S., the company focuses on delivering reliable and efficient electricity to meet growing demand.
Calpine's core services include the generation and sale of electricity, with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company is recognised for its advanced technology and operational excellence, positioning it as a market leader in the competitive energy landscape. Notable achievements include significant contributions to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing grid reliability, underscoring Calpine's dedication to a cleaner energy future.
-18 vs industry average
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Industry Intensity
Electricity Transmission is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity Transmission industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2026
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Calpine's reported carbon emissions
Calpine, headquartered in the US and operating in the transmission services of electricity industry, reported its carbon emissions for several years. In 2023, the company's Scope 1 emissions were approximately 48.9 billion kg CO2e. For 2022, Scope 1 emissions stood at about 44.4 billion kg CO2e, and in 2021, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 43.6 billion kg CO2e. Prior to this, in 2020, Scope 1 emissions were reported as approximately 45.5 billion kg CO2e, and in 2019, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 41.2 billion kg CO2e.
Calpine's emissions data for 2023, 2022, and 2021 indicate that Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions were reported as 0.0 kg CO2e for these years. However, the company's sustainability reports also provide production emission factors for electricity, with values such as 360.0 kg CO2e per MWh (gross) and 411.0 kg CO2e per MWh (net) for 2023. In 2022, the net intensity was 413.0 kg CO2e per MWh, and in 2021, the net intensity was also 413.0 kg CO2e per MWh. For 2020, the net intensity was 0.413 kg CO2e per MWh. In 2019, the gross intensity was 0.405 kg CO2e per MWh, and for 2018, the net intensity was 0.412 kg CO2e per MWh.
Calpine has not disclosed specific reduction targets or achievements in the provided data, nor are there details on commitments such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The company's data is not cascaded from a parent organisation, with its own reporting name "Calpine Corporation" listed as the source.
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Calpine’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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Climate initiatives
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UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
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