Edf
Electricité de France (EDF), a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America and Europe. Founded in 1946, EDF has evolved into a leader in the production and distribution of electricity, with a strong focus on renewable energy solutions and nuclear power generation. The company offers a diverse range of services, including energy management and innovative technology solutions, setting itself apart through its commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction. EDF's strategic initiatives have positioned it as a key contributor to the global transition towards cleaner energy sources. With a robust market presence, EDF has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology and a growing portfolio of renewable energy projects. This dedication to innovation and environmental stewardship underscores EDF's role as a vital force in the energy industry.
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Edf's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, EDF reported total carbon emissions of approximately 24,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 48,208,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. This reflects a slight decrease from 2021, where emissions were approximately 27,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 45,511,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2. Notably, in 2019, EDF's emissions included approximately 33,000,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 46,085,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,491,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. Despite these figures, EDF has not disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company is committed to reducing its carbon footprint but lacks detailed public commitments or documented reduction strategies at this time. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and all figures are reported directly by EDF. The company continues to focus on improving the carbon intensity of its electricity mix, which is currently reported at 0.037 kg CO2e per kWh.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 51,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | 0,000,000 | - | - | - |
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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.
Edf 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.
