SCOTTISH POWER
Scottish Power, a prominent player in the UK energy sector, is headquartered in Glasgow, GB. Founded in 1990, the company has established itself as a leader in renewable energy, particularly in wind power generation, and is a subsidiary of the Iberdrola Group. With a strong operational presence across Scotland, England, and Wales, Scottish Power is committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions. The company offers a range of services, including electricity and gas supply, as well as innovative energy management solutions. Its focus on renewable energy sets it apart in the industry, contributing significantly to the UK's transition to a low-carbon economy. Scottish Power has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first companies to invest heavily in offshore wind farms, solidifying its market position as a key contributor to the nation'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, using 2019 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to achieve a 100% reduction in Scope 3 category 3 emissions from all sold electricity per MWh by 2030, which translates to a complete absolute reduction. Furthermore, they aim for a 64% reduction in total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions from fuel and energy-related activities and the use of sold products by 2030. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect a commitment to maintaining global temperature rise within 1.5°C. The emissions data and reduction targets are cascaded from their parent company, Iberdrola, S.A., indicating a corporate family commitment to sustainability and climate action.
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| 2019 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 34,901,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 844,834,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 11,745,139,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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