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Terna Spa Sustainability Profile

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Terna Spa, a leading player in the energy sector, is headquartered in Italy and operates extensively across Europe. Founded in 2005, the company has established itself as a key provider of electricity transmission services, managing a vast network that ensures the reliable delivery of energy. Specialising in the development and maintenance of high-voltage electricity infrastructure, Terna is recognised for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s core services include the operation of the national transmission grid and the integration of renewable energy sources, positioning it as a pioneer in the transition to a greener energy landscape. With a strong market presence, Terna Spa has achieved significant milestones, including advancements in smart grid technology, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner in the energy industry.

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63

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.

14

Industry Benchmark

Terna Spa's score of 63 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

81%

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Terna Spa's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Terna S.p.A. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 3,121,933,300 kg CO2e, with emissions distributed across various scopes: 79,421,800 kg CO2e (Scope 1), 1,272,065,300 kg CO2e (Scope 2), and 1,770,446,200 kg CO2e (Scope 3). This data reflects a comprehensive approach to emissions reporting, including significant contributions from categories such as the use of sold products (859,608,800 kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (524,536,400 kg CO2e). Terna has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 46.2% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, using 2019 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company targets an 11.1% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030, based on 2021 levels. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are consistent with the reductions necessary to limit global warming to 1.5°C. In the near term, Terna aims for an 18% reduction in direct emissions (Scope 1) and a 9% reduction in indirect emissions (Scope 2) by 2025, both from a 2020 baseline. Furthermore, the company is committed to the European Green Deal, which seeks to transform the EU into a net-zero economy by 2050. Overall, Terna's emissions data and climate commitments demonstrate a proactive stance in addressing climate change, with a clear roadmap for significant reductions in the coming years.

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Scope 1
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Scope 2
80,350
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0,000,000,000
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Scope 3
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000
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0,000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Terna Spa's Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Terna Spa's primary industry is Electricity Distribution, which is very high in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Terna Spa's Location?

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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 Terna Spa is in IT, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Terna Spa's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Terna Spa's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and increased by approximately 4% since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 57% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 49% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2024
Use of Sold Products
49%
Fuel and Energy Related Activities
30%
Purchased Goods and Services
11%
Capital Goods
8%
Waste Generated in Operations
<1%
Employee Commuting
<1%
Business Travel
<1%
Upstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Downstream Transportation & Distribution
<1%
Investments
<1%

Terna Spa's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Terna Spa has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

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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