Vattenfall AB, a leading energy company headquartered in Sweden (SE), is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Founded in 1909, Vattenfall has evolved into one of Europe's largest producers and retailers of electricity and heat, with significant operations across Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, and Denmark. The company focuses on renewable energy, including wind, solar, and hydroelectric power, alongside traditional energy sources. Vattenfall's unique approach to integrating sustainability into its core operations has positioned it as a frontrunner in the energy transition. With notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and a strong market presence, Vattenfall continues to innovate in the energy sector, striving to provide reliable and environmentally friendly energy solutions for a sustainable future.
How does Vattenfall'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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Vattenfall's score of 82 is higher than 99% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Vattenfall reported total carbon emissions of approximately 41,800,000,000 kg CO2e, a reduction from about 47,100,000,000 kg CO2e in 2022. The emissions breakdown for 2023 includes 7,900,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 100,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 15,000,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3. Notably, Vattenfall has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 45% reduction in upstream emissions by 2022 compared to 2017 levels, and a long-term target of achieving net zero emissions across its entire value chain by 2040. These initiatives reflect Vattenfall's commitment to addressing its climate footprint and enhancing sustainability within its operations and supply chain.
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2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 82,700,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Vattenfall is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.