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Electricity Distribution
GB
updated 4 days ago

Sse

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SSE plc, commonly referred to as SSE, is a leading energy company headquartered in Reading, GB. Founded in 1998, SSE has established itself as a key player in the UK and Ireland's energy sector, focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and renewable energy solutions. The company is particularly renowned for its commitment to sustainability, with significant investments in wind and hydroelectric power. SSE's core offerings include electricity and gas supply, as well as energy services that cater to both residential and business customers. Its unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources has positioned SSE as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Notable achievements include being one of the largest renewable energy producers in the UK, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to environmental stewardship.

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71

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity Distribution 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.

12

Industry Benchmark

Sse's score of 71 is higher than 87% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sse's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, SSE reported significant carbon emissions, with total emissions amounting to approximately 9,270,000,000 kg CO2e globally. This includes 4,338,424,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions, 500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions, and 4,500,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. In Great Britain, SSE's emissions were approximately 3,640,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 470,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,730,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. SSE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions across its Scope 1 and 2 by 2040, with a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 72.5% by 2030 from a 2017/18 baseline. Additionally, SSE plans to reduce the carbon intensity of its Scope 1 emissions by 80% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company aims for net zero by 2050. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which has approved SSE's commitment to reduce Scope 1 GHG emissions by 80.2% per kWh by 2030 from a 2018 base year. SSE also commits that 50% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2024, further enhancing its sustainability efforts.

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201620172018201920202021202220232024
Scope 1
11,021,000,000
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00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
Scope 2
1,138,000,000
0,000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
000,000,000
Scope 3
10,375,000,000
00,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sse's primary industry is Distribution and trade services of electricity, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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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 Sse is in GB, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

Sse is participating in some 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.

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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