Emirates Nuclear Energy
Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (AE), is a leading entity in the nuclear energy sector. Founded in 2009, ENEC plays a pivotal role in the UAE's energy landscape, focusing on the development and operation of nuclear power plants to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable energy. The corporation's flagship project, the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, is notable for being the first of its kind in the Arab world, with significant milestones achieved in construction and operational readiness. ENEC's commitment to innovation and safety sets it apart, as it utilises advanced technology and adheres to the highest international standards. With a strong market position, ENEC is dedicated to supporting the UAE's energy diversification strategy, contributing to economic growth while minimising environmental impact.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Emirates Nuclear Energy'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.
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Emirates Nuclear Energy's score of 13 is lower than 95% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Emirates Nuclear Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Emirates Nuclear Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 122,262,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 22,354,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 84,230,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 15,678,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. Comparatively, in 2021, the total emissions were about 66,411,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 contributing 19,356,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 37,587,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 9,468,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a significant increase in emissions from 2021 to 2022. Looking back further, in 2020, the total emissions were approximately 117,906,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 2,165,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 48,632,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 67,109,000 kg CO2e. The trend shows fluctuations in emissions over the years, with a notable peak in 2022. Emirates Nuclear Energy has not publicly disclosed specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of their climate commitments. However, they are actively engaged in monitoring and reporting their emissions across all scopes, which is a critical step in addressing climate change and improving sustainability practices.
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Add to project| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 154,612,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,729,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 93,695,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Emirates Nuclear Energy is not committed to any 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.
