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Electricity Supply Board Esb

Electricity Supply Board (ESB), headquartered in Ireland (IE), is a leading utility company in the energy sector, primarily focused on electricity generation, distribution, and supply. Established in 1927, ESB has played a pivotal role in Ireland's energy landscape, evolving through significant milestones such as the transition to renewable energy sources and the expansion of its infrastructure across the country. With operations spanning major regions in Ireland, ESB offers a diverse range of services, including electricity supply, grid management, and energy solutions. Its commitment to sustainability and innovation sets it apart in the industry, as the company actively invests in renewable energy projects and smart grid technologies. Recognised for its reliability and customer service, ESB continues to maintain a strong market position, contributing to Ireland's energy transition and supporting the nation's economic growth.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Electricity Supply Board Esb's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

33

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Business Services 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.

25

Industry Benchmark

Electricity Supply Board Esb's score of 33 is higher than 90% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Electricity Supply Board Esb's reported carbon emissions

In 2022, the Electricity Supply Board (ESB) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 11,684,681,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 emissions at about 7,258,615,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 783,535,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set a net-zero commitment and has removed its near-term reduction targets, indicating a shift in its climate strategy. Historically, ESB's emissions have shown a trend of decreasing carbon intensity in electricity generation, with a reported carbon intensity of 0.419 kg CO2e per kWh in 2022, down from 0.67 kg CO2e per kWh in earlier years. This reflects ongoing efforts to transition towards cleaner energy sources. Despite the absence of formal reduction targets, ESB operates within the electric utilities sector, which is increasingly focused on sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company continues to engage in initiatives aimed at improving its carbon footprint, although specific commitments and targets are currently not in place.

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Scope 1
12,563,000
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Scope 2
14,051,000
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Scope 3
3,260,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Electricity Supply Board Esb's primary industry is Other business services (74), 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. Electricity Supply Board Esb is headquartered in IE, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Electricity Supply Board Esb is committed to some reduction initiatives 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

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