Urenco
Urenco Ltd, headquartered in Great Britain, is a leading player in the nuclear industry, specialising in uranium enrichment services. Founded in 1971, Urenco has established a strong presence in key operational regions, including Europe and North America, and has become synonymous with innovation in nuclear fuel supply. The company’s core offerings include advanced enrichment technologies that ensure the efficient production of fuel for nuclear power plants. Urenco's unique gas diffusion and centrifuge methods set it apart, providing high-quality, reliable services to its global clientele. With a commitment to sustainability and safety, Urenco has achieved significant milestones, reinforcing its market position as a trusted partner in the energy sector.
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Urenco's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Urenco, headquartered in Great Britain, reported total carbon emissions of approximately 34,549,000 kg CO2e across all scopes. This includes about 2,810,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 emissions and approximately 31,655,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. For the previous year, 2023, Urenco's emissions were about 36,632,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 2,724,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 33,763,000 kg CO2e. Urenco has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve a 90% reduction in combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using 2019 as a baseline. Additionally, the company has committed to reducing its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 30% within the same timeframe. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and are designed to support global efforts to limit warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Urenco has a long-term goal of reaching net zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2040. This commitment underscores the company's dedication to sustainability and its proactive approach to addressing climate change.
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 4,475,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 273,813,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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