Enviva Sustainability Profile
Enviva Inc., a leading player in the biomass industry, is headquartered in the United States, with significant operations across the Southeastern region. Founded in 2004, Enviva has established itself as a key supplier of sustainable wood pellets, which serve as a renewable energy source for power generation and heating. The company focuses on producing high-quality biomass products that are unique due to their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Enviva's wood pellets are sourced from responsibly managed forests, ensuring minimal impact on ecosystems. With a strong market position, Enviva has achieved notable milestones, including becoming one of the largest producers of wood pellets globally, catering to a growing demand for renewable energy solutions.
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Enviva's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Enviva reported carbon emissions of approximately 45,000 kg CO2e from its operations, a reduction from about 50,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The company has set a target to achieve net-zero operations by 2030, demonstrating its commitment to climate action. For the year 2020, Enviva disclosed a total of 289,363,000 kg CO2e in combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, with Scope 1 emissions at 45,208,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 244,155,000 kg CO2e. Additionally, Scope 3 emissions were reported at 398,185,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the significant impact of upstream and downstream activities. Enviva's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, and the company has not disclosed specific reduction targets through initiatives such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of detailed Scope 3 emissions data in recent years indicates a potential area for improvement in transparency and accountability. Overall, Enviva's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint aligns with industry standards, as it aims to transition towards more sustainable operations while addressing the challenges of climate change.
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| 2020 | |
|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 45,208,000 |
| Scope 2 | 244,155,000 |
| Scope 3 | 398,185,000 |
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Enviva's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 58% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Downstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 82% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Enviva'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.
Enviva has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
