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 80% 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 emissions of approximately 133.0 billion kg CO2e, comprising 1.98 billion kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6.41 billion kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 125.03 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In 2023, the total emissions were approximately 135.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 2.01 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 6.17 billion kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 135.92 billion kg CO2e. E.ON has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 50% by 2030, relative to a 2019 baseline. This target is part of a broader strategy to achieve climate neutrality by 2040. Additionally, E.ON plans to reduce its Scope 3 emissions significantly, with specific targets of 75% reduction for fuel and energy-related activities and 42% for the use of sold products by 2030, also based on 2019 levels. The company is committed to a long-term reduction pathway, targeting a 90% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040 and a similar reduction for Scope 3 emissions by 2050. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect E.ON's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.
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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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