Sunrun
Sunrun Inc., headquartered in the United States, is a leading provider of residential solar energy solutions. Founded in 2007, the company has established a strong presence across major operational regions, including California, Arizona, and Massachusetts. Specialising in solar panel installation and energy storage systems, Sunrun offers innovative products that empower homeowners to harness renewable energy while reducing their electricity bills. With a commitment to sustainability, Sunrun has achieved significant milestones, including becoming one of the largest residential solar companies in the US. Their unique business model, which includes options for solar leasing and power purchase agreements, sets them apart in the competitive solar industry. Recognised for their customer-centric approach, Sunrun continues to drive the transition to clean energy, making a notable impact on the market.
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Sunrun's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Sunrun reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 1,065,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 59,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 6,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 1,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant increase in emissions compared to previous years, with total emissions in 2022 being around 1,400,000,000 kg CO2e. Sunrun has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 54.6% by 2033, using 2022 as the baseline year. Additionally, Sunrun plans to decrease Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services by 61.1% per megawatt of solar energy capacity installed within the same timeframe. Long-term, Sunrun is committed to a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050, again using 2022 as the reference year. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support the global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C. Overall, Sunrun's climate strategy reflects a proactive approach to addressing carbon emissions while promoting sustainable energy solutions.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 57,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 227,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 284,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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