Eon Sustainability Profile
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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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
Eon's score of 65 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Eon's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, E.ON SE reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1980000000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 6410000000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based), and 125030000000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the figures were similar, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2010000000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 6170000000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 135920000000 kg CO2e. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 50% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. Furthermore, E.ON plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with a target to become climate-neutral by 2040. E.ON's reduction initiatives include a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions related to fuel and energy by 75% per kWh by 2030, and a 42% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products. The company also aims to reduce all other Scope 3 emissions by 50% by the same year. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect E.ON's commitment to addressing climate change effectively. The emissions data and reduction targets are sourced from E.ON SE, with no cascaded data from a parent organization.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,530,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 4,140,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 71,020,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
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Eon's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Eon's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 76% 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 71% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Eon'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.
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.
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