Cpfl Energia, officially known as Companhia Paulista de Força e Luz, is a leading Brazilian energy company headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 1912, Cpfl Energia has established itself as a key player in the electricity sector, primarily focusing on generation, distribution, and commercialisation of energy. The company operates extensively across several regions in Brazil, including São Paulo, Rio Grande do Sul, and Minas Gerais. With a diverse portfolio that includes hydroelectric, wind, and solar power generation, Cpfl Energia is committed to sustainable energy solutions. Its innovative approach to energy management and customer service has earned it a strong market position, making it one of the largest private electricity distributors in Brazil. Notable achievements include significant investments in renewable energy projects, reflecting its dedication to environmental responsibility and energy efficiency.
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In 2023, CPFL Energia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 231,130,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 218,630,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 307,770,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, where Scope 1 emissions were about 127,630,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were approximately 250,060,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions were around 314,750,000 kg CO2e. CPFL Energia has set ambitious climate commitments as part of its ESG 2030 Plan. The company aims for a 56% reduction in total emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. Additionally, it has committed to a 56.3% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions within the same timeframe. For Scope 1 emissions from electricity and heat generation, the target is a 90% reduction per MWh by 2030. Furthermore, CPFL aims to reduce Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 87% per MWh, and absolute Scope 3 emissions by 36% by 2030. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. CPFL Energia's commitment to sustainability reflects its proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the energy sector.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 695,098,600 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 347,300,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 159,271,900 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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