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Damodar Valley Corporation

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), headquartered in India, is a prominent player in the energy and power sector, primarily operating in the Damodar River Valley region. Established in 1948, DVC has played a pivotal role in the development of hydroelectric and thermal power generation, contributing significantly to the region's economic growth. DVC's core services include electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, with a focus on sustainable energy solutions. The corporation is known for its unique integration of hydro and thermal power, which enhances energy efficiency and reliability. With a strong market position, DVC has achieved notable milestones, including the expansion of its power generation capacity and the implementation of advanced technologies in energy management. As a leader in the Indian power industry, DVC continues to drive innovation and sustainability in its operations.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Damodar Valley Corporation's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

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Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Damodar Valley Corporation's score of 4 is lower than 96% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Damodar Valley Corporation's reported carbon emissions

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC), headquartered in India, currently does not have publicly available data on its carbon emissions, as no specific emissions figures have been provided. Consequently, there are no reported Scope 1, 2, or 3 emissions data to analyse. In the absence of concrete emissions data, it is important to note that DVC has not outlined any specific reduction targets or commitments to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. This lack of information suggests that DVC may still be in the early stages of formalising its climate strategy and emissions reduction initiatives. As the energy sector increasingly prioritises sustainability, DVC's future commitments and actions will be crucial in addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint.

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Damodar Valley Corporation's primary industry is Transmission services of electricity, 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. Damodar Valley Corporation is headquartered in IN, which has a rank of very high, indicating very high grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Damodar Valley Corporation is not committed to any 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
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The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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