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Colbun

Colbún S.A., commonly referred to as Colbún, is a prominent player in the Chilean energy sector, headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Founded in 1996, the company has established itself as a leader in the generation and distribution of electricity, primarily focusing on renewable energy sources. With a diverse portfolio that includes hydroelectric, thermal, and solar power, Colbún is committed to sustainable practices and innovation in energy production. Operating mainly in the central and southern regions of Chile, Colbún has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy capacity. The company is recognised for its unique approach to integrating technology and environmental stewardship, positioning itself as a key contributor to Chile's energy transition. With a strong market presence, Colbún continues to drive advancements in the energy industry, making it a vital player in the region's economic landscape.

DitchCarbon Score

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22

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources 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.

16

Industry Benchmark

Colbun's score of 22 is higher than 86% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Colbun's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Colbun reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,945,133,000 kg CO2e globally, with emissions broken down into Scope 1 at about 2,945,133,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 8,223,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 43,907,000 kg CO2e. In Peru, their emissions for the same year were approximately 1,220,923,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing about 1,220,923,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 866,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 745,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, Colbun's global emissions were about 4,292,681,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 4,292,681,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 7,003,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 28,217,000 kg CO2e. In Peru, emissions were approximately 1,554,808,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1,554,808,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 115,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 1,267,000 kg CO2e. Colbun has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, the company continues to monitor and report its emissions across all scopes, demonstrating a commitment to transparency in its environmental impact.

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3,509,147,000
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9,437,000
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22,445,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Colbun's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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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. Colbun is headquartered in CL, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Colbun is committed to some reduction initiatives 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
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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