Scottish Power
Scottish Power, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across the UK. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a leader in renewable energy, particularly in wind power, contributing significantly to the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy. Scottish Power offers a range of services, including electricity generation, transmission, and retail, with a strong emphasis on sustainable practices. Its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility sets it apart in the competitive energy market. With a robust portfolio of wind farms and a growing focus on smart energy solutions, Scottish Power has achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first companies to invest heavily in renewable technologies. This dedication has solidified its position as a key player in the UK's energy landscape.
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Scottish Power's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Scottish Power reported total carbon emissions of approximately 10,623,265,000 kg CO2e. This includes Scope 1 emissions of about 31,093,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 659,060,000 kg CO2e, and significant Scope 3 emissions totalling around 9,933,112,000 kg CO2e. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of about 10,131,494,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 33,067,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 640,931,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 9,457,496,000 kg CO2e. Scottish Power has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. Additionally, they plan to reduce absolute Scope 3 emissions from the use of sold products by 28% over the same timeframe. Furthermore, the company, as part of the Iberdrola group, has committed to achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. The emissions data is cascaded from Scottish Power UK plc, with the overarching climate strategy and targets aligned with Iberdrola, S.A., the ultimate parent company. This strategic alignment underscores Scottish Power's commitment to decarbonisation and its role in the broader corporate family’s sustainability initiatives.
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| 2019 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,901,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 844,834,000 | 0,000,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,745,139,000 | 00,000,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Scottish Power 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.
