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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Industry Benchmark
Sse's score of 68 is higher than 99% 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 2024, SSE reported total carbon emissions of approximately 9,270,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with significant contributions from Scope 1 (4,340,000,000 kg CO2e), Scope 2 (469,489,000 kg CO2e), and Scope 3 (4,500,000,000 kg CO2e). In the UK specifically, emissions were about 3,640,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 470,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 3,730,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3. SSE has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040. They also target a 72.5% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030, using a 2017/18 baseline. Additionally, SSE plans to reduce the carbon intensity of Scope 1 emissions by 80% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, the company aims for a 50% reduction from the use of sold products by 2034. These targets align with SSE's commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which includes a commitment that 50% of suppliers by spend will have science-based targets by 2024. Overall, SSE is actively working towards significant reductions in its carbon footprint while contributing to global climate goals.
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| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 11,021,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 2 | 1,138,000,000 | 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 |
| Scope 3 | 10,375,000,000 | 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 |
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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.
