Ssen Transmission
Ssen Transmission, formally known as Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Transmission, is a leading player in the UK energy sector, headquartered in Great Britain. Established in 2013, the company has rapidly evolved to become a key provider of electricity transmission services across Scotland and the south of England. Specialising in the development, operation, and maintenance of high-voltage electricity infrastructure, Ssen Transmission is committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions. Their core services include the management of transmission networks and the integration of renewable energy sources, which positions them uniquely in the market. With a strong focus on innovation and customer service, Ssen Transmission has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology. Their dedication to enhancing energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions underscores their prominent role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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Industry Benchmark
Ssen Transmission's score of 41 is higher than 89% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Ssen Transmission's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Ssen Transmission reported total carbon emissions of approximately 150,968,000 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 5,504,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 4,431,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 150,968,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. This represents a significant portion of their overall emissions, with Scope 3 emissions primarily arising from capital goods and fuel-related activities. Ssen Transmission has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 46% by the fiscal year 2029/2030, using FY2018/19 as the baseline. Additionally, they are targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 3 transmission losses per gCO2e from losses per kilowatt-hour over the same timeframe. Furthermore, Ssen Transmission is committed to ensuring that 67% of its suppliers, by spend, covering capital goods and energy-related activities, will have science-based targets by FY2024/2025. These initiatives align with industry standards for climate action, demonstrating Ssen Transmission's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and contributing to global climate goals.
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Add to project| 2014 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 8,695,460 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 6,935,630 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | - |
| Scope 3 | - | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
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