Utilitas, a leading energy company headquartered in Estonia (EE), has been at the forefront of the energy sector since its establishment in 2000. With a strong presence in the Baltic region, Utilitas focuses on providing sustainable energy solutions, including electricity, heat, and innovative energy services. The company is renowned for its commitment to renewable energy, operating several biomass and waste-to-energy plants that set it apart in the industry. Utilitas has achieved significant milestones, including the expansion of its operational footprint and the implementation of cutting-edge technologies to enhance energy efficiency. As a key player in the Estonian energy market, Utilitas is dedicated to promoting a greener future while ensuring reliable energy supply for its customers. Its unique approach to sustainability and innovation positions Utilitas as a trusted partner in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
How does Utilitas's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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In 2024, Utilitas reported total carbon emissions of approximately 226,732,000 kg CO2e, a decrease from about 275,861,000 kg CO2e in 2023. The emissions breakdown for 2024 includes 140,334,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 86,399,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, the Scope 3 emissions encompass significant categories such as fuel and energy-related activities (59,705,000 kg CO2e) and capital goods (15,414,000 kg CO2e). In 2023, the Scope 1 emissions were about 157,464,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 118,396,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a trend of decreasing emissions over the years, with 2022 emissions recorded at 168,722,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 3 combined. Despite these reductions, Utilitas has not set specific science-based targets (SBTi) or documented reduction initiatives. The company has not disclosed any climate pledges or formal commitments to further reduce emissions. The data presented is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that Utilitas is independently reporting its emissions and climate commitments.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 117,513,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 
| Scope 2 | 4,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | - | - | 
| Scope 3 | 86,704,000 | - | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 
Utilitas's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 27% last year and decreased by approximately 0% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 28% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 69% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Utilitas has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
