Drax Sustainability Profile
Drax Group plc, commonly referred to as Drax, is a leading energy company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 2005, Drax has established itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector, primarily focusing on biomass and hydroelectric power generation. The company operates major facilities in the UK, including its flagship Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire, which is one of the largest power stations in Europe. Drax is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, transforming from a coal-based energy provider to a predominantly biomass-fuelled operation. This transition has positioned Drax as a pioneer in the energy industry, contributing significantly to the UK’s decarbonisation efforts. With a strong market presence, Drax continues to innovate in energy solutions, aiming to deliver reliable and renewable power while reducing carbon emissions.
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Drax's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Drax Group plc reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 2,660,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 266,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 367,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 (market-based), and about 2,867,000,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. The previous year, 2023, saw total emissions of around 3,534,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 255,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 273,000,000 kg CO2e (market-based), and Scope 3 at approximately 3,534,000,000 kg CO2e. Drax has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net-zero emissions across all scopes (1, 2, and 3) by 2030. This includes a target to achieve a 75.7% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from electricity generation per MWh by 2030, using a 2020 baseline. Additionally, Drax plans to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions from all other sources by 42% by 2030, alongside a similar target for Scope 3 emissions. The company is also developing options for Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage (BECCS) at Drax Power Station, targeting 8 million tonnes of negative emissions annually by 2030. These initiatives reflect Drax's commitment to sustainability and its role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,049,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 322,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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Drax's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Drax's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 19% last year and decreased by approximately 9% since 2020, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 47% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Drax'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.
Drax has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
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