Open Grid Europe
Open Grid Europe GmbH, commonly referred to as OGE, is a leading gas transmission system operator based in Essen, Germany. Founded in 2007, the company has established itself as a key player in the European energy sector, particularly in the transportation of natural gas across its extensive pipeline network, which spans major operational regions in Germany and beyond. OGE is renowned for its commitment to safety, reliability, and sustainability, offering core services that include gas transmission, storage, and system management. The company’s innovative approach to integrating renewable energy sources into its operations sets it apart in the industry. With a strong market position, OGE has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in digitalisation and infrastructure development, reinforcing its role as a vital component of Europe’s energy transition.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Open Grid Europe's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Industry Benchmark
Open Grid Europe's score of 20 is higher than 64% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Open Grid Europe's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Open Grid Europe reported carbon emissions of approximately 468 million tonnes CO2e, with 468 million tonnes attributed to Scope 1 emissions and no reported Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant reduction from 2022, where total emissions were about 702 million tonnes CO2e, primarily from Scope 1. Over the years, Open Grid Europe has demonstrated a downward trend in emissions, decreasing from about 892 million tonnes CO2e in 2009 to 542 million tonnes CO2e in 2020, and further down to 448 million tonnes CO2e in 2021. The company has not specified any formal reduction targets or initiatives under frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP). Open Grid Europe's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident in its ongoing efforts to lower emissions, particularly in Scope 1, which encompasses direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. The absence of Scope 2 emissions in recent years indicates a potential shift towards more sustainable energy practices.
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Add to project2009 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 834,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Open Grid Europe 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.
