Elia
Elia Group, headquartered in Belgium, is a leading transmission system operator in the energy sector, primarily focused on electricity. Founded in 2001, Elia has established itself as a key player in the European energy landscape, with significant operations in Belgium and Germany. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions and the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. Elia's core services include the management and operation of high-voltage electricity networks, ensuring reliable energy supply while promoting innovation in energy technology. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as the successful implementation of cross-border interconnections, enhancing energy security across Europe. With a strong market position, Elia is dedicated to facilitating the transition towards a greener energy future, making it a pivotal entity in the evolving energy industry.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Elia'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.
Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Elia's score of 31 is higher than 76% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Elia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Elia Group reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,570,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,649,970 kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions reaching approximately 2,560,244,320 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 28% by 2030, using 2019 as the base year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to well below 2°C. In previous years, Elia's emissions have varied, with Scope 1 emissions recorded at approximately 18,088,000 kg CO2e in 2017 and 10,078,810 kg CO2e in 2020. The company has demonstrated a commitment to transparency and accountability in its emissions reporting, covering all relevant scopes, including Scope 1, 2, and 3. Elia's ongoing efforts reflect its dedication to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint within the energy sector.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 14,673,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Elia 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.
