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Enel
Enel, officially known as Enel S.p.A., is a leading multinational energy company headquartered in Rome, Italy. Established in 1962, Enel has evolved into a key player in the global energy sector, with significant operations across Europe, Latin America, and North America. The company primarily focuses on electricity and gas distribution, renewable energy generation, and innovative energy solutions. Enel is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, boasting a diverse portfolio that includes solar, wind, and hydroelectric power. This dedication to green energy has positioned Enel as a frontrunner in the transition towards a low-carbon economy. With numerous accolades for its environmental initiatives, Enel continues to set benchmarks in the energy industry, driving advancements in smart grids and digitalisation.
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Enel's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Enel reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 71,370,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 20,210,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 4,900,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 46,260,000,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of approximately 95,670,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 34,510,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 4,420,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at around 56,740,000,000 kg CO2e. Enel has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2040 across all scopes. This includes a target to reduce Scope 1 emissions from power generation by 80% per kWh by 2030, based on 2017 levels, and a complete 100% reduction by 2040. Additionally, Enel plans to cut Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 55% by 2030 and achieve a 90% reduction in non-power generation emissions by the same year. The company is also committed to reducing specific GHG emissions intensity, targeting 72 gCO2eq/kWh by 2030, which represents an 80% decrease from 2017 levels. Enel's initiatives are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a strong commitment to sustainability and climate action, positioning the company as a leader in the energy sector's transition towards a low-carbon future.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 127,800,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 370,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 7,727,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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