E-ON, officially known as E.ON UK, is a leading energy company headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2000, E-ON has become a prominent player in the energy sector, focusing on electricity and gas supply, renewable energy solutions, and energy efficiency services. With a strong operational presence across the UK and Europe, the company has made significant strides in promoting sustainable energy practices. E-ON's core offerings include innovative energy solutions tailored for residential and business customers, emphasising renewable energy sources and smart technology integration. The company is recognised for its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy efficiency, positioning itself as a key contributor to the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy. Notable achievements include substantial investments in renewable energy projects, reinforcing E-ON's status as a market leader in the evolving energy landscape.
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In 2023, E-ON reported total carbon emissions of approximately 436,794,000 kg CO2e in Great Britain. This figure includes about 295,726,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, which are direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, and approximately 4,678,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, representing indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions, which encompass all other indirect emissions, accounted for about 136,390,000 kg CO2e. Comparatively, in 2019, E-ON's total emissions in Great Britain were approximately 426,779,000 kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the scopes. This indicates a slight increase in emissions over the years, despite ongoing global efforts to reduce carbon footprints. E-ON has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, the company is part of an industry that is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. As such, E-ON's ongoing monitoring and reporting of emissions reflect a commitment to transparency and accountability in addressing climate change.
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Add to project2019 | 2021 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 327,250,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 14,358,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 85,171,000 | - | 000,000,000 |
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E-ON 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.