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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
DE
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Enercon

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Enercon GmbH, headquartered in Germany, is a leading player in the renewable energy sector, specialising in wind turbine technology. Founded in 1984, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, North America, and Asia. Enercon is renowned for its innovative approach to wind energy, offering a range of products and services that include onshore and offshore wind turbines, as well as comprehensive maintenance solutions. With a commitment to sustainability and efficiency, Enercon's turbines are distinguished by their gearless design, which enhances reliability and reduces maintenance costs. The company has achieved significant milestones, positioning itself as a market leader in the wind energy industry. Enercon's dedication to research and development continues to drive advancements in renewable energy technology, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the field.

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20

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Motor Vehicle Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

22

Industry Benchmark

Enercon's score of 20 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Enercon's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Enercon reported total carbon emissions of approximately 2,156,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 46,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 8,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 2,102,000,000 kg CO2e. The major components of Scope 3 emissions include purchased goods and services (approximately 1,854,000,000 kg CO2e) and upstream transportation and distribution (about 71,000,000 kg CO2e). In comparison, Enercon's emissions for 2022 were approximately 2,027,432,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at about 24,056,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 31,189,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 1,972,187,000 kg CO2e. The 2021 data shows total emissions of about 2,179,003,000 kg CO2e, with similar distributions across the scopes. Enercon has committed to near-term climate targets, although specific reduction targets have not been disclosed. The company is currently classified as "Committed" to these near-term targets, indicating a proactive approach to addressing its carbon footprint. However, it has not yet committed to a net-zero target. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Enercon GmbH, reflecting the company's commitment to transparency and accountability in its climate initiatives. Enercon operates within the electrical equipment and machinery sector and is headquartered in Germany.

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2020202120222023
Scope 1
10,603,000
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00,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 2
9,385,000
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00,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
-
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Enercon's primary industry is Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers (34), which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Enercon is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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