Taqa, officially known as Abu Dhabi National Energy Company, is a leading integrated energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (AE). Founded in 2005, Taqa has established a significant presence in the oil, gas, and power sectors, with operations spanning the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. The company focuses on power generation, water desalination, and oil and gas exploration, offering unique solutions that leverage advanced technology and sustainable practices. Taqa's commitment to innovation and efficiency has positioned it as a key player in the energy market, with notable achievements in renewable energy initiatives and strategic partnerships. With a robust portfolio and a vision for sustainable growth, Taqa continues to drive energy solutions that meet the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.
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In 2023, Taqa reported significant carbon emissions, totalling approximately 49,980,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1, 250,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2, and 21,350,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 3 emissions. The combined Scope 1 and 2 emissions amounted to about 49,230,000,000 kg CO2e. This data reflects Taqa's global operations and is cascaded from its parent company, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC. Taqa has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions to near zero by 2025. Additionally, the company is committed to a 30% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from 2019 levels by 2030. These targets demonstrate Taqa's proactive approach to addressing climate change and reducing its carbon footprint in the energy sector. The company’s emissions data and reduction initiatives are part of its broader sustainability strategy, aligning with industry standards and climate action goals.
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| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 60,460,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 240,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 24,430,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
Taqa's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 10% last year and decreased by approximately 13% since 2019, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. A significant portion of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, with Scope 3 emissions accounting for 30% of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Use of Sold Products" being the largest emissions source at 65% of Scope 3 emissions.
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.
Taqa has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
