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Covanta Energy, LLC

Biomass ElectricityUnited States
Last verified 1 month agocovantaenergy.com

Covanta Energy, LLC, headquartered in the United States, is a leading player in the waste management and energy recovery industry. Founded in 1980, the company has established itself as a pioneer in converting waste into renewable energy, operating facilities across North America and Europe.

Covanta's core services include waste-to-energy solutions, which uniquely transform municipal solid waste into clean, renewable energy while significantly reducing landfill use. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, having processed millions of tonnes of waste and generated substantial amounts of electricity.

With a strong market position, Covanta has achieved notable milestones, including partnerships with various municipalities and a focus on advancing circular economy principles. Its dedication to environmental stewardship and resource recovery continues to set it apart in the industry.

11
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0 vs industry average

Covanta Energy, LLC’s score of 11 is lower than 47% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Intensity

Very High

Biomass Electricity is among the most carbon-intensive industries

Industry performance

0.532
20192025

The Biomass Electricity industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2023

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Reported emissions

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Covanta Energy, LLC's reported carbon emissions

In 2020, Covanta Energy, LLC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 703 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 4.38 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 246 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalling around 80 million kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious near-term targets to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025, reflecting a strong commitment to climate action. The emissions data is cascaded from Covanta Energy, LLC, which operates as a current subsidiary. The company has consistently reported its emissions across all three scopes, demonstrating transparency in its environmental impact. In previous years, Covanta's emissions were recorded at approximately 4.54 billion kg CO2e in 2019 and about 4.60 billion kg CO2e in 2018, indicating a significant reduction in emissions over the recent reporting period. The company is actively working towards its climate commitments, aligning with industry standards for sustainability and emissions reduction.

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Covanta Energy, LLC’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

2 goals

2025

We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the m…

We aim to reduce our Scope 1 emissions to near zero by the middle of this decade.

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2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

7 of 15 categories disclosed
Purchased Goods & Services36%
Capital Goods25%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution21%
Fuel & Energy Activities13%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution2%
Employee Commuting2%
Business Travel1%
Purchased Goods & Services36%
Capital Goods25%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution21%
Fuel & Energy Activities13%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution2%
Employee Commuting2%
Business Travel1%

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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CDP

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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United Nations Global Compact

UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative

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FRAll Other Miscellaneous Waste Management Services
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USFood Waste Incineration
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Engie logoEngie
FRNatural Gas Extraction
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