Furnas
Furnas Centrais Elétricas S.A., commonly referred to as Furnas, is a prominent player in the Brazilian energy sector, headquartered in Brasília, Brazil. Established in 1957, the company has significantly contributed to the country's electricity generation and distribution, particularly in the Southeast and Central-West regions. Furnas operates primarily in the electric power industry, focusing on hydroelectric generation, transmission, and the provision of energy solutions. Its portfolio includes a diverse range of services, from energy trading to infrastructure development, setting it apart with a commitment to sustainability and innovation. With a strong market position, Furnas has achieved notable milestones, including the development of major hydroelectric plants that bolster Brazil's energy matrix. The company continues to play a vital role in advancing the nation’s energy landscape, ensuring reliable and efficient power supply for millions.
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Furnas's score of 25 is higher than 62% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Furnas's reported carbon emissions
As of the latest available data, Furnas reported significant carbon emissions in 2021, totalling approximately 1,072,154,830 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 376,837,380 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 276,840 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a notable decrease from previous years, particularly from 2019, when emissions were about 1,249,522,200 kg CO2e in Scope 1, 322,936,300 kg CO2e in Scope 2, and 1,103,900 kg CO2e in Scope 3. Furnas has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The company operates within the energy sector, which is under increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact, and it is expected to align with industry standards for emissions reduction in the future.
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Add to project| 2011 | 2014 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 281,150,640 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,957,420 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 000,000 |
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Furnas is not committed to any reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
