Fingrid Oyj, commonly known as Fingrid, is a leading Finnish transmission system operator headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Established in 1997, Fingrid plays a crucial role in the electricity market, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the national grid across Finland and its major operational regions. Fingrid's core services include the management of high-voltage electricity transmission, grid maintenance, and the integration of renewable energy sources. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to energy management, particularly in enhancing grid stability and facilitating cross-border electricity trade. With a strong commitment to sustainability, Fingrid has achieved significant milestones in the transition to a low-carbon energy system, positioning itself as a key player in the Nordic energy landscape. Its dedication to operational excellence and customer service has solidified its reputation as a trusted partner in the energy sector.
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In 2023, Fingrid Oyj reported total carbon emissions of approximately 195,000,000 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 59,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 130,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions totalled about 65,000,000 kg CO2e. Fingrid has set ambitious reduction targets as part of its climate commitments. The company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 1 GHG emissions by 42% and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 53% by 2030, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, Fingrid is committed to a 25% reduction in absolute Scope 3 emissions within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global goal of limiting temperature rise to 1.5°C. In previous years, Fingrid's emissions were as follows: in 2022, total emissions were about 251,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 7,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 98,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 146,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, total emissions were approximately 165,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at 5,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 135,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 25,000,000 kg CO2e. Fingrid's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its proactive approach to sustainability within the electric utilities sector, contributing to broader climate action efforts.
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2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 6,500,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 225,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | 1,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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