Sse
SSE plc, commonly referred to as SSE, is a leading energy company headquartered in Reading, GB. Founded in 1998, SSE has established itself as a key player in the UK and Ireland's energy sector, focusing on electricity generation, transmission, and renewable energy solutions. The company is particularly renowned for its commitment to sustainability, with significant investments in wind and hydroelectric power. SSE's core offerings include electricity and gas supply, as well as energy services that cater to both residential and business customers. Its unique approach to integrating renewable energy sources has positioned SSE as a frontrunner in the transition to a low-carbon economy. Notable achievements include being one of the largest renewable energy producers in the UK, reflecting its strong market position and dedication to environmental stewardship.
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Sse's score of 76 is higher than 94% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Sse's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, SSE reported total emissions of approximately 5,700 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 1,950 kg CO2e for Scope 3 (use of sold products). The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero across its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2040, with a near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 72.5% by 2030 from a 2017/18 baseline. Additionally, SSE is committed to reducing the carbon intensity of its Scope 1 emissions by 80% by 2030. For the year 2024, SSE's emissions included approximately 4,364,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 470,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,730,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 in Great Britain. In Ireland, the emissions were about 700,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 730,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. SSE's long-term strategy includes achieving net zero for remaining Scope 3 emissions by 2050. The company has also committed that 50% of its suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2024, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and climate action. These targets are aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect SSE's dedication to reducing its carbon footprint while transitioning to a more sustainable energy model.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 22,788,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0.00 |
| Scope 2 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 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 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Sse is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
