Calpine Sustainability Profile
Calpine Corporation, a leading energy provider in the United States, is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1984, Calpine has established itself as a prominent player in the power generation industry, focusing primarily on natural gas and geothermal energy. The company operates across several major regions, including California, Texas, and the Northeast, delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions. Calpine is renowned for its state-of-the-art power plants, which utilise advanced technologies to maximise efficiency and minimise environmental impact. With a commitment to clean energy, the company has achieved significant milestones, including being one of the largest producers of renewable energy in the U.S. Calpine's market position is bolstered by its innovative approach and dedication to sustainability, making it a key contributor to the nation’s energy landscape.
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Industry Benchmark
Calpine's score of 22 is lower than 61% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Calpine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Calpine Corporation reported total carbon emissions of approximately 48.9 billion kg CO2e, all of which were classified as Scope 1 emissions, with no reported Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, when total emissions were approximately 44.4 billion kg CO2e, also entirely from Scope 1. The company has consistently reported emissions solely from its direct operations, with no emissions attributed to purchased goods or services. Calpine's emissions data shows a trend of increasing emissions over the years, with 2021 emissions at approximately 43.6 billion kg CO2e and 2020 emissions at approximately 45.5 billion kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or commitments to frameworks such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). As a major player in the energy sector, Calpine's climate commitments and emissions profile are critical in the context of global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, without specific reduction initiatives or targets, the company's long-term climate strategy remains unclear.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 39,902,248,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Calpine's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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.
Calpine 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.
