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 70 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Wind Power is among the most carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Wind Power industry has reduced its overall emissions by 38% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Vestas's reported carbon emissions
Vestas, headquartered in Denmark, reported approximately 9.45 billion kg CO2e in total emissions for the year 2025. This figure encompasses Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The majority of these emissions, approximately 9.34 billion kg CO2e, are attributed to Scope 3, with purchased goods and services accounting for the largest portion of this scope. Scope 1 emissions were around 108 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1 million kg CO2e for the same year. For 2024, Vestas's total emissions were approximately 8.25 billion kg CO2e. Scope 1 emissions stood at about 104 million kg CO2e, and Scope 2 emissions were approximately 1 million kg CO2e. Scope 3 emissions constituted the largest share, at approximately 8.14 billion kg CO2e. Vestas has set ambitious climate commitments. The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality in its own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030, without the use of carbon offsets. This includes a target to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 50% by 2030, using a 2022 baseline. Furthermore, Vestas has a commitment to reduce GHG emissions in its supply chain (Scope 3) by 45% per MWh delivered to the market by 2030, from a 2019 baseline. A more specific target aims to reduce GHG emissions from purchased goods and services and upstream transportation and distribution by 66.3% per MWh delivered to the market by 2035, from a 2022 base year. Vestas also previously aimed to reduce carbon emissions from its own operations by 55% by 2025 from a 2019 baseline, and to achieve 100% reduction by 2030.
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Vestas’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
7 goals2030
Despite the inclusion of new offshore activities, we remain…
Despite the inclusion of new offshore activities, we remain committed to carbon neutrality in our own operations by 2030.
2030
62% reduction in total GHG
Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.
2040
50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity
Across purchased goods and services and logistics.
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Scope 3 top emissions categories
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Climate initiatives

Science Based Targets Initiative

Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
RE 100
Climate Action 100
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