Meridian Energy Sustainability Profile
Meridian Energy, a leading renewable energy company based in New Zealand, has established itself as a key player in the energy sector since its founding in 1998. Headquartered in Wellington, Meridian operates primarily in the South Island and is renowned for its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Specialising in hydroelectric power generation, wind energy, and solar energy, Meridian Energy offers unique products that prioritise environmental responsibility while delivering reliable energy to its customers. The company has achieved significant milestones, including becoming the largest generator of renewable energy in New Zealand, which underscores its market position and dedication to sustainability. With a strong focus on innovation and community engagement, Meridian Energy continues to lead the way in the transition to a low-carbon future, making it a prominent name in the renewable energy industry.
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Meridian Energy's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Meridian Energy reported total carbon emissions of approximately 50,883,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 714,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions at approximately 2,430,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reaching about 47,099,000 kg CO2e. This represents a significant increase from 2024, where total emissions were about 40,400,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 1,061,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at about 2,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 39,337,000 kg CO2e. Meridian Energy has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by FY2030 from a FY2021 baseline. Additionally, they have committed to a long-term target of achieving net-zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specifically, they aim for a 90% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by FY2040 and a 90% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by FY2050. These targets have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), aligning with a 1.5°C trajectory. Meridian Energy's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by their plans to ensure that 80% of their suppliers by emissions covering capital goods will have science-based targets by FY2029.
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| 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 1,102,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,641,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000 | 00,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 | 0,000 |
| Scope 3 | 68,770,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Meridian Energy'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.
Meridian Energy 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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