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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, commonly referred to as Eskom, is a leading provider of electricity in South Africa, headquartered in Pretoria, ZA. Established in 1923, Eskom has played a pivotal role in the country's energy sector, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. With a significant presence across various regions, the company serves millions of customers, ensuring a reliable power supply.
Eskom's core services include electricity generation from diverse sources, including coal, hydro, and renewable energy, setting it apart in the competitive landscape. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as expanding its renewable energy portfolio and enhancing grid stability. As a key player in the energy market, Eskom continues to drive innovation and sustainability, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of South Africa's economic infrastructure.
+11 vs industry average
Eskom Holdings Soc’s score of 45 is higher than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Business Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries
The Business Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 25% since 2018
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, headquartered in ZA and operating within the "Other business services (74)" industry, has reported significant carbon emissions across its operations. For the year 2024, Eskom recorded total emissions of approximately 195.2 billion kg CO2e. This figure is comprised of Scope 1 emissions totalling about 191.8 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 55.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions amounting to around 3.1 billion kg CO2e.
In 2023, Eskom's total emissions were approximately 188.9 billion kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 184.1 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 131.9 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at roughly 4.5 billion kg CO2e.
The company's emissions data shows a downward trend in total emissions from 2021 to 2024, with total emissions in 2022 reported at approximately 198.8 billion kg CO2e (Scope 1: 193.4 billion kg CO2e, Scope 2: 85.2 million kg CO2e, Scope 3: 5.4 billion kg CO2e). In 2021, Eskom's reported emissions were about 207.6 billion kg CO2e, consisting of Scope 1 emissions of approximately 207.4 billion kg CO2e and Scope 3 emissions of around 260.9 million kg CO2e. Scope 2 data was not disclosed for 2021.
Eskom's climate commitments include the absence of documented reduction targets and SBTi reduction targets within the provided information. The company's sustainability reports, such as the 2025 report, are key sources for understanding its environmental performance. Specific to other emissions-related information, Eskom also reports on production emission factors, including relative particulate emissions and carbon dioxide emissions per MWh. For instance, in 2013, carbon dioxide emissions were reported at 907.185 per MWh.
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd is not currently reporting any cascaded emissions data from a parent or related organisation, and its climate initiatives and performance data appear to be reported directly.
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