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Lightsource Bp

Lightsource BP, a leading global solar energy company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Australia. Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly established itself in the renewable energy sector, focusing on the development, financing, and operation of solar power projects. With a commitment to sustainability, Lightsource BP offers innovative solar solutions that cater to both utility-scale and commercial clients. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with strategic partnerships, enabling them to deliver efficient and cost-effective solar energy solutions. Recognised for their significant contributions to the solar industry, Lightsource BP has achieved notable milestones, including the successful deployment of numerous large-scale solar farms. As a key player in the transition to clean energy, the company continues to enhance its market position through ongoing innovation and expansion.

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62

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Solar PV Electricity industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Lightsource Bp's score of 62 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Lightsource Bp's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Lightsource bp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,357,529,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 3 emissions at about 1,357,529,000 kg CO2e, primarily from capital goods. Scope 1 emissions were approximately 652,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled about 3,351,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2021 as the base year. This target aligns with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and is consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Additionally, Lightsource bp is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 52% per megawatt (MW) of generation capacity constructed within the same timeframe. In previous years, Lightsource bp's emissions have shown fluctuations, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 683,000 kg CO2e in 2023 and 1,337,000 kg CO2e in 2019. The company is actively working towards its reduction targets, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability and climate action in the energy sector.

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1,337,000
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Scope 2
884,000
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Scope 3
460,428,000
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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Lightsource Bp's primary industry is Electricity by solar photovoltaic, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Lightsource Bp is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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