Ence Sustainability Profile
Ence, officially known as Ence Energía y Celulosa, is a leading Spanish company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Founded in 1956, Ence has established itself as a prominent player in the renewable energy and pulp production sectors, with significant operations across Spain and Portugal. The company focuses on producing sustainable energy from biomass and manufacturing high-quality eucalyptus pulp, which is renowned for its versatility and eco-friendliness. Ence's commitment to sustainability and innovation has positioned it as a key contributor to the circular economy, with notable achievements in reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable resources. With a strong market presence, Ence continues to drive advancements in the renewable energy industry, making it a vital player in Spain's transition towards a greener future.
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Ence's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Ence reported total carbon emissions of approximately 806.2 million kg CO2e, comprising 223.2 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 39.6 million kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 543.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant increase from 2023, where total emissions were approximately 610.6 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 231.8 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 26.8 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 352.1 million kg CO2e. Ence has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 25% reduction in specific Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its biofactories by 2025, using 2018 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company has committed to a long-term goal of reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 70% by 2035 compared to 2018 levels. Furthermore, Ence is dedicated to achieving carbon neutrality across all scopes by 2050, as outlined in its Climate Change Policy. The emissions data is sourced from Ence Energía y Celulosa, S.A., and reflects the company's ongoing efforts to address its carbon footprint while navigating the challenges of increasing emissions in recent years.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 288,553,500 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 223,588,300 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 307,116,300 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
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Ence's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Ence's Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 54% last year and increased by approximately 77% since 2018, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 67% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Upstream Transportation & Distribution" being the largest emissions source at 42% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Ence'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.
Ence 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.
