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, 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 disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives aimed at decreasing their carbon footprint. The absence of Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions indicates a focus primarily on direct emissions from their operations. The company’s emissions intensity for electricity generation has been reported at about 360 kg CO2e/MWh (gross) in recent years, reflecting their operational efficiency in terms of greenhouse gas emissions per unit of electricity produced. Overall, while Calpine's emissions data shows a significant volume of Scope 1 emissions, the lack of reduction commitments or targets suggests a need for further climate action and transparency in their sustainability efforts.
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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.
