Saudi Electricity Company
The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), headquartered in Riyadh (SR), is a leading entity in the Middle East's energy sector. Established in 2000, SEC has played a pivotal role in the development and management of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution across Saudi Arabia. With a focus on sustainable energy solutions, the company operates in various regions, ensuring reliable power supply to millions of customers. SEC's core services include electricity generation from diverse sources, including renewable energy initiatives, which set it apart in a rapidly evolving market. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as expanding its capacity and enhancing grid infrastructure, solidifying its position as a key player in the region. With a commitment to innovation and efficiency, the Saudi Electricity Company continues to lead the way in powering the nation’s growth.
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Saudi Electricity Company's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, the Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) reported total carbon emissions of approximately 144,990,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 6,940,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of approximately 151,930,000,000 kg CO2e. This marks a significant reduction in emissions intensity, with a reported grid emissions intensity of about 550 kg CO2e per MWh of electricity produced. Over the years, SEC has shown a trend of fluctuating emissions. For instance, in 2022, the company emitted approximately 136,610,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 76,120,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 151,730,000,000 kg CO2e. In 2021, emissions were approximately 124,310,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 79,290,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, indicating a gradual increase in emissions over the years. Despite these figures, SEC has not publicly committed to specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges. The company continues to operate within the context of the global energy sector, which is increasingly focused on reducing carbon footprints and transitioning to more sustainable energy sources.
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Add to project| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 145,330,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 54,890,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Saudi Electricity Company 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.
