China Huaneng Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
China Huaneng's score of 12 is lower than 87% 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 Huaneng's reported carbon emissions
In 2020, China Huaneng reported total carbon emissions of approximately 0 kg CO2e, with no disclosed data for Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions. The company has not set any specific reduction targets or climate pledges, indicating a lack of formal commitments to reduce emissions at this time. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, and all information is sourced directly from China Huaneng Group Co., Ltd. The company has not provided any significant reduction initiatives or climate commitments, which places it in a challenging position within the industry context of increasing global climate action. Overall, China Huaneng's current emissions reporting reflects a need for enhanced transparency and commitment to climate goals in line with industry standards.
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China Huaneng's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
China Huaneng has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
