First Gen Corporation, a leading player in the Philippine energy sector, is headquartered in Quezon City, Philippines. Established in 1998, the company has made significant strides in the renewable energy landscape, focusing on natural gas, geothermal, hydroelectric, and wind power generation. With a commitment to sustainability, First Gen operates major facilities across the country, contributing to the Philippines' energy security and environmental goals. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to energy solutions, particularly its pioneering role in the development of geothermal energy. First Gen's diverse portfolio positions it as a key contributor to the nation’s transition towards cleaner energy sources. Notable achievements include being a top provider of renewable energy in the Philippines, underscoring its market leadership and dedication to a sustainable future.
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In 2023, First Gen Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 12,383,478,980 kg CO2e. This figure includes 6,966,796,290 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 8,595,020 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,408,087,670 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has demonstrated a commitment to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions, with a target to cut Scope 1 emissions by 30% from a 2020 baseline by 2030. Additionally, First Gen is aligned with the Philippines' Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), which aims for a conditional reduction of 75% in GHG emissions by 2030, contingent upon support for climate finance and technology. In previous years, First Gen's emissions were also significant, with 6,612,723,400 kg CO2e in 2022 and 5,924,961,320 kg CO2e in 2021. The company has consistently reported emissions across all scopes, indicating a comprehensive approach to climate accountability. Notably, emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, First Gen Corporation, ensuring alignment with broader corporate sustainability goals. First Gen's initiatives reflect a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with a focus on reducing emissions intensity and achieving net-zero targets in the near term.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,494,600,000 | 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 | 1,390,200,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 47,400,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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.
First Gen 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.


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