Luminus
Luminus, a leading energy provider headquartered in Belgium, has been at the forefront of the energy sector since its establishment in 2001. With a strong presence across the Belgian market, Luminus focuses on delivering innovative energy solutions, including electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy services. The company is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, offering unique products such as green energy plans that cater to environmentally conscious consumers. Luminus has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its renewable energy portfolio, positioning itself as a key player in the transition towards a low-carbon economy. With a reputation for reliability and customer-centric services, Luminus continues to enhance its market position, making strides in both residential and business energy solutions.
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Luminus's reported carbon emissions
In 2022, Luminus reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,375,000,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, which accounted for about 1,031,000,000 kg CO2e and 1,022,500,000 kg CO2e, respectively. Scope 3 emissions were notably high at approximately 4,933,000,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by employee commuting and waste generated in operations. Luminus has set ambitious reduction targets, aiming for a 22.6% decrease in Scope 1 emissions, translating to a reduction of about 1,048,000 kg CO2e from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, they achieved a 22% reduction in emissions from electricity consumption in leased buildings during the same period. The company also reported a 16% decrease in emissions from its vehicle fleet. Looking ahead, Luminus has committed to achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050, aligning with science-based targets. Their future Seraing power plant is projected to emit approximately 320 kg CO2 per MWh produced, representing a 20% reduction in carbon intensity compared to the current facility. Luminus's emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Electricité de France S.A., reflecting a corporate commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,355,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,354,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 3,895,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Luminus is not participating in any of the initiatives that 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.
