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Shanghai Electric Sustainability Profile

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Shanghai Electric Group Company Limited, commonly known as Shanghai Electric, is a leading player in the global energy and equipment manufacturing industry. Headquartered in Shanghai, China, the company has established a significant presence across various operational regions, including Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Founded in 1902, Shanghai Electric has achieved numerous milestones, positioning itself as a pioneer in the development of power generation and industrial equipment. The company specialises in a diverse range of core products and services, including power generation equipment, renewable energy solutions, and industrial automation systems. Shanghai Electric is renowned for its innovative technologies and commitment to sustainability, making it a preferred choice in the energy sector. With a strong market position, the company has garnered notable achievements, including significant contributions to large-scale energy projects worldwide, solidifying its reputation as a trusted leader in the industry.

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27

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing 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.

30

Industry Benchmark

Shanghai Electric's score of 27 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Shanghai Electric's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Shanghai Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 86,106,170 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 250,411,780 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of around 336,517,950 kg CO2e. This marks a slight increase from 2023, where emissions were approximately 80,450,610 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 249,622,530 kg CO2e for Scope 2, totalling about 330,073,140 kg CO2e. Over the past few years, the company has seen fluctuations in its emissions, with 2022 reporting approximately 99,639,350 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and about 129,778,280 kg CO2e for Scope 2, leading to a total of around 229,417,630 kg CO2e. In 2021, emissions were significantly higher, with Scope 1 at approximately 137,200,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 at about 154,430,000 kg CO2e, totalling around 291,630,000 kg CO2e. Despite these figures, Shanghai Electric has not disclosed any specific reduction targets or initiatives as part of its climate commitments. The company does not currently report Scope 3 emissions, which encompass indirect emissions in its value chain. All emissions data is sourced directly from Shanghai Electric Group Co., Ltd., with no cascaded data from parent or related organizations. The company continues to operate within the context of increasing global scrutiny on carbon emissions and the need for robust climate action in the energy sector.

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123,481,000
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Scope 2
222,735,000
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Scope 3
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How Carbon Intensive is Shanghai Electric's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Shanghai Electric's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Shanghai Electric's Location?

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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. This request for Shanghai Electric is in CN, which we do not have grid emissions data for.

Shanghai Electric's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Shanghai Electric has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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