NHPC
NHPC Limited, headquartered in India, is a leading player in the hydropower sector, primarily focused on the development and operation of hydroelectric projects. Established in 1975, NHPC has made significant strides in renewable energy, contributing to India's energy security and sustainability goals. With a strong presence in various operational regions across the country, the company has successfully commissioned numerous projects, enhancing its reputation in the industry. Specialising in hydroelectric power generation, NHPC offers unique services that leverage advanced technology and environmental stewardship. The company is recognised for its commitment to sustainable practices and has achieved notable milestones, including the installation of a substantial capacity of renewable energy. As a key contributor to India's power sector, NHPC continues to strengthen its market position through innovation and strategic expansion in the renewable energy landscape.
DitchCarbon Score
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Industry Average
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Industry Benchmark
NHPC's score of 18 is lower than 55% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
NHPC's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, NHPC reported total carbon emissions of approximately 42,052,000 kg CO2e, comprising 4,685,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 37,367,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This represents a decrease from 2022, where emissions were about 50,189,000 kg CO2e, indicating a commitment to reducing their carbon footprint. In 2021, NHPC's emissions were approximately 48,289,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 4,158,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at 44,131,000 kg CO2e. The company has shown a trend of decreasing emissions over the years, with 2020 emissions recorded at about 48,470,000 kg CO2e and 2019 at 55,407,000 kg CO2e. Despite these reductions, NHPC has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. The company has disclosed emissions data for Scopes 1 and 2, but there is no available data for Scope 3 emissions. Overall, NHPC's emissions data reflects a positive trajectory towards lower carbon emissions, although further commitments and targets could enhance their climate action strategy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,594,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 50,814,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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NHPC 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.
