Calpine Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Calpine's score of 22 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Calpine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Calpine Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48,915,527,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. There were no reported emissions for Scope 2 or Scope 3. This marks an increase from 2022, when emissions were about 44,356,429,000 kg CO2e, and from 2021, which saw emissions of approximately 43,586,132,000 kg CO2e. Calpine has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments, and there are no documented climate pledges or SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative) targets. The company’s emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that all reported figures are directly from Calpine Corporation. The company’s GHG emissions intensity for electricity generation has been reported at approximately 360 kg CO2e/MWh (gross) for 2023, with a slight variation in previous years. Despite the lack of formal reduction targets, Calpine continues to monitor and report its emissions, reflecting its commitment to transparency in environmental impact.
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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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Calpine's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Calpine 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.
