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Edp Brasil

EDP Brasil, a subsidiary of the multinational EDP Group, is a leading player in the Brazilian energy sector, headquartered in São Paulo. Established in 1996, the company has made significant strides in the renewable energy landscape, focusing on electricity generation, distribution, and commercialisation. With a strong presence in key regions such as São Paulo, Minas Gerais, and Espírito Santo, EDP Brasil is committed to sustainable practices and innovation. The company’s core offerings include hydroelectric, wind, and solar energy solutions, distinguished by their emphasis on sustainability and efficiency. EDP Brasil has garnered recognition for its efforts in promoting clean energy, positioning itself as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon economy. With a robust portfolio and a commitment to excellence, EDP Brasil continues to shape the future of energy in Brazil.

DitchCarbon Score

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76

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

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Industry Benchmark

Edp Brasil's score of 76 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Edp Brasil's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, EDP Brasil reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,685,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 103,107,240 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 120,762,610 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1,585,033,670 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This marks a significant reduction in emissions compared to previous years, particularly in Scope 1 and Scope 2, which saw emissions of approximately 4,087,065,830 kg CO2e and 407,045,680 kg CO2e in 2021, respectively. EDP Brasil has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 85% per megawatt-hour (MWh) for all sold electricity by 2032, using 2017 as the base year. This target encompasses all scopes of emissions, including biogenic emissions and those from purchased electricity and non-controlled assets. The company’s commitment aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is designed to contribute to limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Overall, EDP Brasil's proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to sustainability and climate responsibility within the energy sector.

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Scope 1
6,202,410
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Scope 2
345,284,350
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Scope 3
2,490,791,240
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0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Edp Brasil's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Edp Brasil is in BR, which has a very low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Edp Brasil is participating in some 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.

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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