Latvenergo
Latvenergo AS, a leading energy company based in Latvia, has been a cornerstone of the Baltic energy sector since its establishment in 1939. Headquartered in Riga, the company operates primarily in Latvia, with significant activities in Estonia and Lithuania. Specialising in electricity and heat generation, transmission, and distribution, Latvenergo is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core products include electricity supply, thermal energy, and various energy-related services, distinguished by their focus on renewable resources and energy efficiency. Over the years, Latvenergo has achieved notable milestones, including the integration of advanced technologies in its operations, positioning itself as a market leader in the region. With a strong emphasis on customer service and environmental responsibility, Latvenergo continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy in the Baltic states.
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Latvenergo's score of 39 is higher than 92% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Latvenergo's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Latvenergo reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,696,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 717,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 107,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 2,976,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a continued commitment to monitoring and managing their carbon footprint across all scopes. Over the years, Latvenergo has demonstrated a trend of reducing emissions. For instance, Scope 1 emissions decreased from about 1,251,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 717,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023. Similarly, Scope 2 emissions have also seen a reduction, from 76,000,000 kg CO2e in 2018 to 107,000,000 kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a shift in their energy sourcing and efficiency measures. Despite these reductions, there are currently no specific reduction targets or climate pledges disclosed by the company. However, the ongoing efforts to lower emissions align with industry standards for climate action and sustainability. The company continues to focus on improving its CO2 emission intensity per unit of electricity output, which was reported at 75.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2023, down from 239.0 kg CO2e/MWh in 2020. Latvenergo's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions is crucial in the context of global climate goals, and the company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices.
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Get Started| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,251,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 76,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Latvenergo 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.
