Lightsource Bp
Lightsource BP, a leading global solar energy company, is headquartered in Great Britain and operates extensively across Europe, North America, and Australia. Founded in 2010, the company has rapidly established itself in the renewable energy sector, focusing on the development, financing, and operation of solar power projects. With a commitment to sustainability, Lightsource BP offers innovative solar solutions that cater to both utility-scale and commercial clients. Their unique approach combines advanced technology with strategic partnerships, enabling them to deliver efficient and cost-effective solar energy solutions. Recognised for their significant contributions to the solar industry, Lightsource BP has achieved notable milestones, including the successful deployment of numerous large-scale solar farms. As a key player in the transition to clean energy, the company continues to enhance its market position through ongoing innovation and expansion.
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Lightsource Bp's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, Lightsource bp reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,357,529,000 kg CO2e, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions were about 652,000 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 3,351,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The most substantial impact came from Scope 3 emissions, which reached about 1,357,529,000 kg CO2e, primarily driven by capital goods at approximately 1,269,250,000 kg CO2e. In 2023, the company reported total emissions of about 50,752,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at approximately 683,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at about 4,008,000 kg CO2e (market-based). The Scope 3 emissions for that year were significantly lower than in 2024, at around 50,752,000 kg CO2e. Lightsource bp has set ambitious reduction targets, committing to reduce its absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2021 base year. This commitment is part of their alignment with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which also includes a target to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 52% per MW of generation capacity constructed within the same timeframe. Additionally, the company aims to achieve a 26% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2027 from the same base year. The emissions data for Lightsource bp is cascaded from its parent company, BP p.l.c., which influences its overall climate strategy and commitments. The company operates under the framework of the SBTi, ensuring that its targets are consistent with the reductions required to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,337,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 | 000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 884,000 | 000,000 | - | - | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 460,428,000 | - | - | - | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
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