ECP Sustainability Profile
ECP, or Energy Capital Partners, is a prominent investment firm headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across North America. Founded in 2005, ECP has established itself as a leader in the energy sector, focusing on renewable energy, infrastructure, and sustainable investments. The firm is renowned for its strategic approach to capital deployment, emphasising long-term value creation in the energy landscape. ECP's core offerings include private equity investments and asset management services, uniquely positioned to address the evolving demands of the energy market. With a commitment to sustainability, ECP has achieved notable milestones, including substantial investments in clean energy projects that contribute to a greener future. As a trusted partner in the energy transition, ECP continues to solidify its market position through innovative solutions and a robust portfolio of assets.
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ECP's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, ECP reported total carbon emissions of approximately 32,000,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes 91,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 121,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 30,476,784,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 investments, alongside 630,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Comparatively, in 2023, ECP's emissions were about 29,000,000 kg CO2e, with 88,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 138,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 26,548,437,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 investments, plus 547,000 kg CO2e from business travel. This indicates a slight increase in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, while Scope 3 investments saw a notable rise. ECP has set a long-term commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with this target initiated in 2023. This commitment encompasses all scopes of emissions, reflecting a comprehensive approach to climate responsibility. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that ECP independently reports its carbon footprint and climate initiatives.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 84,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 98,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 179,000 | 000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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ECP's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
ECP's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 15% last year and increased significantly since 2021, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Nearly all of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing nearly all emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.
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ECP'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.
ECP 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.
