Calpine
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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Calpine's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Calpine reported carbon emissions of approximately 48,915,527,000 kg CO2e, all of which fall under Scope 1 emissions. This marks an increase from 2022, when emissions were about 44,356,429,000 kg CO2e. The company has not disclosed any Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions, indicating a focus solely on direct emissions from its operations. Calpine's emissions have fluctuated over recent years, with 2021 emissions recorded at about 43,586,132,000 kg CO2e and 2020 at approximately 45,513,944,000 kg CO2e. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as indicated by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. Despite the lack of formal commitments, Calpine's emissions intensity for electricity generation has been reported, with a GHG emissions intensity of about 411 kg CO2e/MWh in 2022. This suggests a potential focus on improving efficiency in their operations, although no specific reduction strategies have been outlined. Overall, while Calpine's emissions data reflects significant levels of carbon output, the absence of reduction targets highlights a need for clearer climate commitments moving forward.
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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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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.
Calpine is not participating in any 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.
