Eneco Sustainability Profile
Eneco, officially known as Eneco Group N.V., is a leading energy company headquartered in the Netherlands (NL). Established in 1995, Eneco has grown to become a prominent player in the renewable energy sector, focusing on sustainable electricity, gas, and heat solutions. With a strong operational presence across the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany, the company is committed to driving the transition towards a greener energy future. Eneco's core offerings include renewable energy generation, energy management services, and innovative smart home solutions. What sets Eneco apart is its dedication to sustainability and customer-centric approach, ensuring that clients benefit from eco-friendly energy options. Recognised for its efforts in promoting renewable energy, Eneco has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a trusted name in the energy industry.
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Industry Benchmark
Eneco's score of 63 is higher than 84% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Eneco's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Eneco reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,720,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,169,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 46,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 8,505,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 92% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2035, relative to a 2019 baseline. This includes a target of 60% reduction by 2030. Eneco's specific targets include a 95.3% reduction in Scope 1 emissions per MWh from power and heat generation by 2035, and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products within the same timeframe. The company is also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity for its own operations through 2030. These targets are part of Eneco's broader strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2035, with the framework for these commitments being cascaded from its parent company, Mitsubishi Corporation. The targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2007 | 2012 | 2013 | 2019 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,222,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 639,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Eneco's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Eneco's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 5% last year and decreased by approximately 42% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 90% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Eneco's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Eneco has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
