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Cemig

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Cemig, officially known as Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais, is a leading Brazilian utility company headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Established in 1952, Cemig has grown to become a key player in the energy sector, primarily focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and distribution across various regions in Brazil. With a diverse portfolio that includes hydroelectric, thermal, and renewable energy sources, Cemig stands out for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy projects, positioning itself as a market leader in clean energy solutions. Cemig's dedication to operational excellence and customer service has earned it a strong reputation in the industry, making it a vital contributor to Brazil's energy landscape. As it continues to evolve, Cemig remains focused on enhancing its services and expanding its reach within the energy market.

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67

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

19

Industry Benchmark

Cemig's score of 67 is higher than 82% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Cemig's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (Cemig) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,286,081 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 376,174,250 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and a significant 5,911,209,350 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, covering all three scopes. Cemig has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 69.4% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Furthermore, the company has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. Long-term targets include a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, alongside a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products and other activities. The company’s near-term targets also specify a 75.8% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy for all sold electricity by 2030. These commitments align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a strong commitment to climate action within the electric utilities sector. Cemig's emissions data and reduction targets are not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the reported figures and commitments are independently established by the company.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Cemig's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Cemig is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Cemig is participating in some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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