Endesa Sustainability Profile
Endesa, officially known as Endesa, S.A., is a leading energy company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. Established in 1944, Endesa has grown to become a prominent player in the European energy sector, primarily operating in Spain and Portugal. The company focuses on electricity generation, distribution, and marketing, alongside natural gas services, catering to millions of customers. Endesa is renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, offering a diverse range of products, including renewable energy solutions and energy efficiency services. With a strong market position, it has achieved significant milestones, such as being a key contributor to Spain's transition towards renewable energy sources. Endesa's dedication to customer service and environmental responsibility sets it apart in the competitive energy landscape.
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Endesa's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Endesa reported total carbon emissions of approximately 27,226,789,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 10,023,966,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 244,379,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 16,567,911,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects a significant commitment to transparency in emissions reporting, as all three scopes are disclosed. Endesa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for fully decarbonised generation by 2040, which represents a 100% reduction in Scope 1 emissions. Additionally, the company targets achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2040. Notably, specific Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions from electricity generation have decreased by about 67% compared to 2017 levels, with a target of 145 gCO2e/kWh by 2025. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Enel SpA, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences Endesa's climate strategies and targets. Endesa's long-term commitment to decarbonisation aligns with broader industry trends towards sustainability and reduced carbon footprints.
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| 2006 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 69,640,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 1,414,378,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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Endesa's Scope 3 Categories Breakdown
Endesa's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and decreased by approximately 21% since 2014, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Most of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 62% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Fuel and Energy Related Activities" being the largest emissions source at 46% of Scope 3 emissions.
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Endesa'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.
Endesa 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.
