E.ON SE, commonly referred to as E.ON, is a leading energy company headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. Established in 2000, E.ON has grown to become a prominent player in the European energy market, with significant operations across Germany, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. The company focuses on providing innovative energy solutions, including electricity and gas distribution, renewable energy generation, and energy management services. E.ON is recognised for its commitment to sustainability, investing heavily in renewable energy sources and smart grid technologies. With a strong market position, E.ON has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its renewable energy portfolio and enhancing customer-centric services. The company's unique approach to energy transition and digitalisation sets it apart in the competitive energy landscape, making it a trusted partner for both residential and commercial customers.
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In 2024, E.ON SE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 60,060,000,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 1 emissions were about 1,980,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 6,410,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 emissions reached around 60,060,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company recorded similar figures, with total emissions of about 65,230,000,000 kg CO2e. E.ON has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. The company plans to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 75% by 2030 and achieve complete elimination by 2040, relative to 2019 levels. Additionally, E.ON is committed to reducing its Scope 3 emissions by at least 50% by 2030, with specific targets for various categories, including a 75% reduction in emissions from fuel and energy-related activities. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which E.ON has engaged with to ensure its goals are consistent with limiting global warming to 1.5°C. The company’s reduction pathway includes a significant focus on transitioning to renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency across its operations.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,530 | 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 2 | 4,140 | 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 | 71,020 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Eon's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 148% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Eon has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Common questions about Eon's sustainability data and climate commitments