EDP, or Energias de Portugal, is a leading player in the transmission services of electricity, headquartered in Portugal (PT). Founded in 1976, the company has established a strong presence in various regions, including Spain, Brazil, and the United States, focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
EDP is renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, offering a diverse portfolio that includes electricity generation, distribution, and transmission services. Its innovative approach to integrating clean energy sources sets it apart in the industry.
With a market position bolstered by significant achievements in sustainability and technology, EDP continues to drive the transition towards a greener future, making it a key contributor to the global energy landscape.
+52 vs industry average
Edp’s score of 77 is higher than 88% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Electricity Transmission is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Electricity Transmission industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Edp's reported carbon emissions
EDP's total carbon emissions for 2025 are reported as approximately 10.1 billion kg CO2e, comprising Scope 1 emissions of about 2.99 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 318 million kg CO2e (location-based), and Scope 3 emissions of around 6.8 billion kg CO2e. In 2024, total emissions were approximately 11.2 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 1.46 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 233 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at approximately 9.5 billion kg CO2e.
EDP has established ambitious climate commitments, including a pledge to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. This long-term goal is supported by mid-term targets, with a baseline year of 2020. Specifically, EDP aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions intensity by 95% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels. Furthermore, the company commits to reducing its Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 45% and all other absolute Scope 3 emissions by 45% by 2030, also from a 2020 baseline. For its long-term strategy, EDP aims for a 96% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions per MWh generated electricity by 2040 and a 95% reduction in Scope 1 and 3 GHG emissions from all sold electricity per MWh by 2040, both relative to 2020.
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Edp’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
1 goal2020
56% reduction in all scopes
EDP's strategic plan, issued on the investor day in 2008, stated that CO₂ emission factor (EF) will be reduced in 56% by 2012 in comparison…
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Emissions comparison with industry peers
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Data year: 2025
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