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Real Estate Services
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E.ON UK plc Sustainability Profile

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E.ON UK plc, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK. Founded in 2000, the company has established itself as a leader in providing sustainable energy solutions, focusing on electricity and gas supply, as well as innovative energy services. E.ON UK is renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, offering a range of products that include green electricity and energy efficiency solutions. This dedication to sustainability sets E.ON apart in a competitive market, positioning it as a trusted choice for environmentally conscious consumers. With a strong market presence, E.ON UK has achieved significant milestones, including substantial investments in renewable energy infrastructure. The company continues to play a vital role in the transition towards a low-carbon economy, making it a key contributor to the UK's energy landscape.

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How does E.ON UK plc'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.

75

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Real Estate Services 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.

26

Industry Benchmark

E.ON UK plc's score of 75 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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E.ON UK plc's reported carbon emissions

Inherited from E.ON SE

E.ON UK plc, headquartered in Great Britain, currently does not have specific carbon emissions data available for the most recent year. The company is a current subsidiary of E.ON SE, which influences its climate commitments and emissions reporting. E.ON UK plc's climate initiatives and reduction targets are cascaded from its parent company, E.ON SE, at a cascade level of 2. This includes participation in various climate initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), CDP, and Climate Action 100+. However, specific reduction targets or achievements for E.ON UK plc are not detailed in the available data. As a subsidiary, E.ON UK plc aligns its climate strategies with E.ON SE's overarching goals, which focus on reducing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability across its operations. The absence of specific emissions data highlights the need for ongoing transparency and commitment to climate action within the energy sector.

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20172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
4,530
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Scope 2
3,370
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Scope 3
71,020
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000,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is E.ON UK plc's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. E.ON UK plc's primary industry is Real estate services (70), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is E.ON UK plc's Location?

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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. This request for E.ON UK plc is in GB, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

E.ON UK plc's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

E.ON UK plc's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 23% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
23%
Purchased Goods and Services
2%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Upstream Leased Assets
<1%
Business Travel
<1%

E.ON UK plc's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

E.ON UK plc has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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