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China Everbright

China Everbright Limited, commonly referred to as Everbright, is a prominent investment and asset management firm headquartered in Hong Kong. Established in 1997, the company has made significant strides in the environmental and renewable energy sectors, focusing on sustainable development across Asia and beyond. Everbright operates primarily in the environmental protection and clean energy industries, offering a range of services including waste management, water treatment, and renewable energy projects. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market. With a strong market position, China Everbright has achieved notable milestones, including numerous successful projects that contribute to ecological conservation and urban development. The firm continues to lead the way in promoting green initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global environmental landscape.

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37

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Other Services 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.

23

Industry Benchmark

China Everbright's score of 37 is higher than 91% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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China Everbright's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, China Everbright reported total carbon emissions of approximately 15,912,431,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 15,242,858,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 519,976,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 149,598,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marked an increase from the previous year, where total emissions were about 13,519,667,000 kg CO2e. Over the years, China Everbright's emissions have fluctuated significantly. In 2022, the company emitted approximately 13,519,667,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 12,801,212,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 547,406,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 171,048,000 kg CO2e. The trend continued with 2021 emissions reaching approximately 15,644,043,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by Scope 1 emissions of about 14,800,577,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, there are currently no disclosed reduction targets or climate pledges from China Everbright, indicating a potential area for improvement in their climate commitments. The company has reported emissions data across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in their environmental impact. As a significant player in the industry, China Everbright's emissions and climate strategies are crucial for understanding their role in global sustainability efforts.

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10,288,917,310
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Scope 2
270,864,600
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23,170,340
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. China Everbright's primary industry is Other services (93), which is very low 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 China Everbright is in HK, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

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.

China Everbright 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.

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

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