Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras
Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A., commonly known as Eletrobras, is a leading player in the Brazilian energy sector, headquartered in Brasília, Brazil. Founded in 1962, Eletrobras has established itself as a pivotal entity in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, primarily focusing on hydropower, which constitutes a significant portion of its energy portfolio. With operations spanning across various regions in Brazil, Eletrobras is renowned for its extensive network of hydroelectric plants, making it one of the largest electricity companies in Latin America. The company has achieved notable milestones, including its privatisation initiatives and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Eletrobras continues to innovate in renewable energy solutions, solidifying its market position as a leader in the transition towards a greener energy future.
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Centrais Eletricas Brasileiras Sa Eletrobras's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Centrais Elétricas Brasileiras S.A. - Eletrobras reported total carbon emissions of approximately 4,712,238,150 kg CO2e. This figure includes 2,332,558,130 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 460,723,460 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,918,956,560 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 5,665,409,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 3,999,341,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 289,121,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 1,376,948,000 kg CO2e. Eletrobras has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2030. The company plans to reduce its absolute Scope 1 emissions from generated electricity by 76% per MWh by 2029, using 2023 as the base year. Additionally, it targets a 50% reduction in all remaining absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions within the same timeframe. For Scope 3 emissions, Eletrobras aims for an 80% reduction from fuel and energy-related activities and a 40% reduction from various operational aspects, including purchased goods and services. Long-term goals include an 80% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions per MWh by 2030 and a 90% reduction in all remaining Scope 1 and 2 emissions. The company is committed to achieving these targets in alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which confirms that their targets are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Eletrobras's proactive approach to reducing carbon emissions reflects its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility within the energy sector.
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| 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 5,772,344,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 575,079,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,020,151,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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