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Orsted

Ørsted, formerly known as DONG Energy, is a global leader in renewable energy, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1972, the company has transformed from a traditional fossil fuel provider to a pioneering force in offshore wind energy, with significant operations across Europe, North America, and Asia. Ørsted's core offerings include offshore and onshore wind farms, solar energy solutions, and energy storage systems, distinguished by their commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company has achieved notable milestones, such as becoming the world's largest developer of offshore wind farms, solidifying its market position as a frontrunner in the green energy sector. With a vision to create a world that runs entirely on green energy, Ørsted continues to set benchmarks in the industry, driving the transition towards a sustainable future.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Orsted'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.

79

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Wind Power 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.

20

Industry Benchmark

Orsted's score of 79 is higher than 100% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

100%

Orsted's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Ørsted reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,217,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 1,584,822,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 92,960,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 5,631,417,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a commitment to significantly reduce emissions across its operations and value chain. Ørsted has set ambitious near-term targets, aiming for a 98% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per kilowatt-hour (kWh) by 2025 from a 2006 baseline. Additionally, the company plans to cut absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2032 from a 2018 baseline. Long-term goals include achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2040, with a 99.8% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions per kWh and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products, both from their respective baselines. These targets align with Ørsted's commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect their dedication to sustainable energy practices, positioning them as a leader in the electric utilities sector in Denmark (DK) and globally.

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Scope 1
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 2
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0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
0,000,000
00,000,000
Scope 3
29,200,000,000
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00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Orsted's primary industry is Electricity by wind, 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. Orsted is headquartered in DK, which has a rank of low, indicating low grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Orsted is committed to some 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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