China Huaneng
China Huaneng Group Co., Ltd., commonly known as Huaneng, is a leading player in the energy sector, headquartered in Beijing, China (CN). Founded in 1994, the company has established itself as a major force in power generation, primarily focusing on coal, hydropower, and renewable energy sources. With operations spanning across various regions in China and international markets, Huaneng is committed to sustainable energy solutions. The company’s core offerings include electricity generation, energy trading, and technological innovation in power production. Huaneng is recognised for its advanced technologies and commitment to reducing carbon emissions, positioning itself as a pioneer in the transition towards cleaner energy. Notable achievements include significant contributions to China's energy infrastructure and a strong market presence, making it one of the largest power producers in the country.
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China Huaneng's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, China Huaneng reported a carbon emission intensity of approximately 0.83 kg CO2e per kWh for its thermal power supply. This figure reflects the company's ongoing efforts to manage its carbon footprint, although specific total emissions data for that year is not disclosed. The company has made significant strides in reducing emissions through its ultra-low emission retrofit programme for coal-fired units. From 2015 to 2020, China Huaneng invested over 15 billion yuan, achieving a remarkable reduction in emissions: sulfur dioxide by 73%, nitrogen oxides by 52%, and particulate matter by 84%. By the end of 2020, 97% of its coal-fired units were upgraded to ultra-low emission standards, surpassing the national retrofit targets set in the 13th Five-Year Plan. In terms of future commitments, China Huaneng aims to further decrease its carbon emission intensity for power supply, which was recorded at 640 g CO2/kWh in 2019, down from 715 g CO2/kWh in 2015. This represents a targeted reduction of 75 g CO2/kWh over the specified period, with ongoing initiatives to enhance sustainability and reduce overall emissions across its operations. Overall, while specific total emissions figures are not available, China Huaneng's proactive measures and ambitious targets underscore its commitment to addressing climate change and reducing its environmental impact.
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China Huaneng 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.
