Vestas Wind Systems A/S, commonly known as Vestas, is a leading global player in the renewable energy sector, headquartered in Denmark (DK). Founded in 1945, Vestas has established itself as a pioneer in wind turbine manufacturing and services, with a strong operational presence across Europe, North America, and Asia. The company focuses on the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of wind turbines, offering innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. Vestas is renowned for its commitment to advancing wind technology, with a diverse portfolio of products that cater to various market needs. With a significant market share and numerous industry accolades, Vestas continues to drive the transition to renewable energy, solidifying its position as a trusted leader in the wind energy landscape.
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Vestas's score of 69 is higher than 98% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2024, Vestas reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 7,790,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 104,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 1,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 7,690,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The company has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint, aiming for a 55% reduction in emissions from its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2025, using 2019 as the baseline year. Furthermore, Vestas is committed to achieving carbon neutrality in its operations by 2030 without relying on carbon offsets. Vestas's climate strategy includes a commitment to reduce Scope 3 emissions by 45% per MWh delivered to the market by 2030, also from a 2019 baseline. The company has established a long-term goal of net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. These initiatives reflect Vestas's dedication to sustainability and its role in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on reducing emissions and enhancing operational efficiency.
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2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
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Scope 1 | 69,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Scope 2 | 61,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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