Equatorial Energia Sustainability Profile
Equatorial Energia, a prominent player in the Brazilian energy sector, is headquartered in Brasília and operates extensively across the northern and northeastern regions of Brazil. Founded in 1999, the company has established itself as a leader in electricity distribution, serving millions of customers through its subsidiaries, including Equatorial Maranhão and Equatorial Piauí. Specialising in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, Equatorial Energia is recognised for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its service areas and improvements in operational efficiency, which have bolstered its market position. With a focus on customer satisfaction and technological advancement, Equatorial Energia continues to play a vital role in Brazil's energy landscape, contributing to the country's economic growth and development.
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Equatorial Energia's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Equatorial Energia reported total carbon emissions of approximately 987,921,200 kg CO2e, which includes 380,464,500 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 239,614,200 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 367,842,500 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to 2022, when total emissions were about 1,777,946,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 1,181,375,900 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 198,780,100 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 396,059,700 kg CO2e. Equatorial Energia has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. This target is part of their near-term strategy, initiated in 2023, to significantly lower their carbon footprint. The company is actively working towards these goals, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action. The emissions data is sourced from Equatorial S.A., and no cascading from a parent company has been reported. The company is focused on enhancing its environmental performance and aligning with industry standards for climate responsibility.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,628,468,800 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 575,525,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 910,161,700 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Equatorial Energia'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.
Equatorial Energia 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.
