Electricite De France Sustainability Profile

In 2024, Electricité de France (EDF) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 90.7 million tonnes CO2e globally. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 16.8 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 0.65 million tonnes CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions of around 73.3 million tonnes CO2e. In comparison, the previous year, 2023, EDF's total emissions were about 91.8 million tonnes CO2e, with Scope 1 at 18.9 million tonnes CO2e, Scope 2 at 0.45 million tonnes CO2e, and Scope 3 at 72.5 million tonnes CO2e. EDF has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a net-zero emissions target by 2050 across all scopes. Notably, the company has committed to reducing its Scope 1 emissions by 60% by 2025 compared to 2017 levels, which translates to a reduction of approximately 20 million tonnes CO2e. Furthermore, EDF aims for an 80% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2035, equating to about 10.5 million tonnes CO2e. In 2023, EDF achieved a 21% reduction in Scope 1 emissions compared to the previous year, demonstrating progress towards its targets. The company is also aligned with the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), committing to a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2017 baseline, and a 28% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Overall, EDF's climate strategy reflects a robust commitment to reducing carbon emissions and transitioning towards a sustainable energy future.