National Grid
National Grid plc, commonly referred to as National Grid, is a leading energy and utility company headquartered in Great Britain. Founded in 1990, it plays a pivotal role in the electricity and gas sectors, primarily operating in the UK and the northeastern United States. The company is renowned for its core services, which include the transmission of electricity and gas, as well as the management of energy infrastructure. National Grid's commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart, as it actively invests in renewable energy solutions and smart grid technologies. With a strong market position, National Grid has achieved significant milestones, including the integration of advanced energy management systems. Its dedication to reliability and efficiency has solidified its reputation as a key player in the global energy landscape.
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National Grid's reported carbon emissions
In 2024, National Grid's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 34,236,000,000 kg CO2e globally, with the following breakdown: Scope 1 emissions were about 3,988,000,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were around 2,864,000,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions reached approximately 27,384,000,000 kg CO2e. In Great Britain, the company reported Scope 1 emissions of about 377,000,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 2,113,000,000 kg CO2e, totalling around 2,490,000,000 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 2 combined. National Grid has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 80% by 2030 from a 1990 base year, which aligns with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) standards. Additionally, the company targets a 90% reduction in Scope 1 emissions by 2040 from the same base year. For Scope 3 emissions, National Grid commits to a 37.5% reduction by 2034 from a 2019 base year. The company is also focused on achieving net zero emissions across all scopes by 2050. Specific near-term targets include reducing energy consumption in offices by 20% by 2030 and cutting SF6 emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline. These initiatives reflect National Grid's commitment to tackling climate change and facilitating the energy transition.
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| 1990 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 15,262,480,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 8,595,589,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | - | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,604,432,000 | - | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 | 00,000,000,000 |
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