Southern Electric
Southern Electric, a prominent subsidiary of SSE plc, is headquartered in Great Britain and serves a wide range of customers across the southern regions of England. Established in the early 1990s, the company has grown to become a key player in the energy sector, focusing on electricity supply and renewable energy solutions. With a commitment to sustainability, Southern Electric offers unique services such as green energy tariffs and innovative smart home technologies. The company has achieved significant milestones, including substantial investments in renewable energy infrastructure, positioning itself as a leader in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Recognised for its customer service and reliability, Southern Electric continues to enhance its market position through strategic initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon footprints.
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Southern Electric's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Southern Electric reported total carbon emissions of approximately 506,188,200 kg CO2e. This figure reflects their ongoing commitment to transparency in emissions reporting. In 2024, their emissions were about 254,287,800 kg CO2e, which included Scope 1 emissions of approximately 26,578,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 650,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 2,259,000 kg CO2e. Southern Electric has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040, in alignment with the Scottish Government's 2045 Net Zero Target. This long-term goal underscores their dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and contributing to climate action. The company has also established a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 40% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. This commitment is part of their broader strategy to enhance sustainability and mitigate climate change impacts. Overall, Southern Electric's emissions data and climate commitments reflect a proactive approach to environmental stewardship, aiming for significant reductions in their carbon footprint while adhering to industry standards and governmental targets.
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| 2014 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,695,460 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,935,630 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Southern Electric 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.
