EBM Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck, commonly referred to as EBM, is a prominent energy cooperative headquartered in Switzerland (CH). Established in 1897, EBM has evolved into a key player in the energy sector, primarily serving the regions of Basel and the surrounding areas. The cooperative focuses on providing sustainable electricity, innovative energy solutions, and comprehensive services in the fields of renewable energy and energy efficiency. With a commitment to environmental sustainability, EBM offers unique products such as green electricity sourced from local renewable resources. The cooperative has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in solar and hydroelectric projects, positioning itself as a leader in the transition to a sustainable energy future. EBM's dedication to community engagement and customer satisfaction further solidifies its reputation in the Swiss energy market.
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EBM Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck's score of 9 is lower than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
EBM Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck, headquartered in Switzerland, has set ambitious climate commitments aimed at significantly reducing its greenhouse gas emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, the organisation has established near-term targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). EBM commits to reducing its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 50.4% by 2032, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 70.02% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to all sold electricity and a 50.4% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, also by 2032. These targets include land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks. These commitments reflect EBM's dedication to aligning with industry standards for climate action, contributing to global efforts to limit temperature rise to 1.5°C. The organisation's proactive approach underscores its role in the electric utilities sector, focusing on sustainable practices and emissions reduction strategies.
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EBM Genossenschaft Elektra Birseck is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
