Enel Group, a leading multinational energy company headquartered in Italy, operates extensively across Europe, Latin America, and beyond. Founded in 1962, Enel has evolved into a key player in the global energy sector, focusing on electricity and gas distribution, renewable energy generation, and innovative energy solutions. With a commitment to sustainability, Enel stands out for its significant investments in renewable technologies, including wind, solar, and hydroelectric power. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as becoming one of the largest renewable energy producers worldwide. Enel's dedication to digital transformation and smart grid technologies further enhances its market position, making it a pioneer in the transition towards a more sustainable energy future.
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In 2023, Enel Group reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 95,550,141,000 kg CO2e, comprising 34,510,557,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 3,277,674,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 56,533,423,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for full decarbonisation by 2050 and achieving net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2040. Enel's near-term targets include a reduction of Scope 1 emissions from power generation by 80% per kWh by 2030, based on 2017 levels. Additionally, it aims to reduce Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 78% per kWh within the same timeframe. The company also targets a 55% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 2030. In terms of intensity, Enel has committed to reducing its Scope 1 GHG emissions intensity to 0 gCO2eq/kWh by 2040, reflecting a 100% reduction from 2017 levels. Furthermore, the company aims to decrease carbon emissions per kWh by over 35% by 2024 compared to 2021 levels, with a projected increase in renewable capacity to 77 GW. Enel's climate strategy is aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to significant emissions reductions and sustainability in the energy sector.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 105,960,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 5,699,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 57,880,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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