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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Shanghai Electric's score of 25 is higher than 80% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Shanghai Electric reported total emissions of approximately 330,073,140 kg CO2e, comprising 80,450,610 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 249,622,530 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. The company has shown a commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, although specific reduction targets or initiatives have not been disclosed. In previous years, emissions data indicates a trend of significant emissions, with 2022 emissions at about 229,417,630 kg CO2e, including 99,639,350 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 129,778,280 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has consistently reported emissions across these scopes, reflecting its operational impact on climate change. Shanghai Electric's emissions intensity has varied, with a notable intensity of approximately 0.0204 kg CO2e per unit of revenue in 2023. The company has not specified any science-based targets or climate pledges, indicating a potential area for future commitment to sustainability and emissions reduction. Overall, while Shanghai Electric has made strides in emissions reporting, the absence of defined reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action in alignment with global sustainability goals.
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2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
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Scope 1 | 123,481,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 222,735,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - |
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Shanghai Electric 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.