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 score of 50 is higher than 97% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Enel reported total carbon emissions of approximately 95,550,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions accounting for about 34,510,000,000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious reduction targets for its Scope 1 emissions intensity, aiming for a reduction to 125 gCO2eq/kWh by 2026, which represents a 66% decrease from 2017 levels. By 2030, Enel plans to further reduce this intensity to 72 gCO2eq/kWh, achieving an 80% reduction compared to 2017. Ultimately, the company aims for a complete elimination of Scope 1 emissions intensity by 2040, targeting 0 gCO2eq/kWh. Enel's commitment to sustainability is evident in its comprehensive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations. The company actively discloses its emissions data and reduction initiatives, aligning with industry standards for climate accountability.
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2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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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 |
Scope 2 | 370,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 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 |
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 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Enel is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.