Erg
Erg, officially known as Erg S.p.A., is a prominent player in the energy sector, headquartered in Italy. Founded in 1938, the company has evolved significantly, establishing a strong presence in renewable energy and traditional power generation across Europe. Erg is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, focusing on wind and solar energy solutions that set it apart in a competitive market. With a diverse portfolio that includes electricity generation, energy trading, and integrated energy services, Erg has positioned itself as a leader in the transition towards greener energy sources. The company has achieved notable milestones, including significant investments in renewable projects, which have bolstered its market position. Erg's innovative approach and dedication to environmental responsibility continue to drive its success in the ever-evolving energy landscape.
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Erg's score of 55 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Erg's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, ERG S.p.A. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 174,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,133,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 208,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and a significant 172,697,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in their environmental impact. ERG has set ambitious climate targets, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040, using 2020 as the baseline year. Near-term goals include a 72% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per MWh by 2027 and a transition to 100% renewable electricity sourcing by 2030, up from 94% in 2020. Additionally, ERG plans to reduce Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 70.4% per MWh by 2027. Long-term targets are equally ambitious, with a commitment to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions from power generation by 94.8% per MWh and Scope 1 and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities by 95.3% per MWh by 2040. Furthermore, ERG aims to cut all other Scope 3 emissions by 97% per MWhe within the same timeframe. This emissions data and the associated targets are cascaded from ERG S.p.A., reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and alignment with industry standards for climate action.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,230,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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