Public Profile

YPF Luz

YPF Luz, a prominent player in the energy sector, is headquartered in Argentina and operates extensively across the country. Founded as a subsidiary of YPF S.A., the company focuses on the generation and distribution of electricity, primarily from renewable sources, positioning itself as a leader in sustainable energy solutions. With a commitment to innovation, YPF Luz offers a diverse range of services, including power generation, energy management, and consulting. Its unique approach to integrating renewable technologies sets it apart in a competitive market. The company has achieved significant milestones, contributing to Argentina's energy transition and enhancing its market position. Recognised for its dedication to sustainability and efficiency, YPF Luz continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of energy in Argentina, making strides towards a greener economy.

DitchCarbon Score

How does YPF Luz'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.

23

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electricity from Other Sources industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

20

Industry Benchmark

YPF Luz's score of 23 is higher than 73% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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YPF Luz's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, YPF Luz reported carbon emissions of approximately 4,459,942,440 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and about 23,096,970 kg CO2e from Scope 2. This marks a significant reduction from previous years, particularly from 2021, where total emissions from Scope 1 and 2 were approximately 16,360,468,000 kg CO2e. In 2022, YPF Luz's emissions were about 11,840,338,000 kg CO2e, indicating a continued downward trend. The company has also disclosed Scope 3 emissions, which include significant contributions from the use of sold products, amounting to approximately 65,143,657,000 kg CO2e in 2022. Despite these reductions, YPF Luz has not set specific reduction targets or climate pledges, which may limit their long-term climate strategy. The company continues to focus on improving its emissions intensity, which was reported at 370.0 kg CO2e per MWh in 2023. YPF Luz's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint is evident in its efforts to lower emissions across all scopes, although further clarity on specific reduction initiatives would enhance its sustainability profile.

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Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. YPF Luz's primary industry is Electricity nec, which is medium in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. YPF Luz is headquartered in AR, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

Companies disclose and commit to reducing emissions to show they are serious about reducing emissions impact over time. They can also help a company track its progress over time.

YPF Luz is not committed to any reduction initiatives 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.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact

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