RTE Réseau de Transport d'Électricité, commonly known as RTE, is a leading electricity transmission system operator based in France. Established in 2000, RTE plays a crucial role in managing the high-voltage electricity network across the country, ensuring reliable power supply to millions of consumers. With its headquarters in Paris, RTE oversees major operational regions throughout France, facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. RTE's core services include the operation, maintenance, and development of the electricity transmission infrastructure, which is vital for energy security and sustainability. The company is recognised for its innovative approach to grid management and its commitment to reducing carbon emissions. As a key player in the European energy market, RTE has achieved notable milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology and significant contributions to energy transition initiatives.
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RTE Réseau de Transport d'électricité's score of 60 is higher than 75% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
RTE Réseau de Transport d'électricité, headquartered in France, is committed to significant reductions in its carbon emissions. Although specific emissions data for the most recent year is not available, RTE has set ambitious targets for its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. By 2030, RTE aims to reduce its Scope 1 emissions by 50% from 2018 levels, aligning with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) 1.5°C benchmark. Similarly, the company plans to achieve a 50% reduction in Scope 2 emissions within the same timeframe. In addition to these overarching targets, RTE is focused on reducing its fossil fuel consumption. The company plans to electrify its fleet of light vehicles, targeting an 18% reduction in emissions from its land fleet by 2026, which translates to a decrease of approximately 1.7 kt CO2e. RTE's climate commitments are supported by data cascaded from its parent company, Electricité de France S.A., which plays a crucial role in shaping RTE's sustainability initiatives. Through these efforts, RTE is positioning itself as a leader in the energy sector's transition towards a low-carbon future.
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2017 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 51,300,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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RTE Réseau de Transport d'électricité 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.