RWE AG
RWE's GHG Emissions Data Preview
In 2024, RWE completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).
RWE has also provided a category-level breakdown for 12 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.
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Location-Based | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. a | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature. a | 0000000 |
Total Scope 3 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M) | 0000000 | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  b | Copy/Paste is a PRO feature.  a | 0000000 |
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Insights into RWE's Operational Emissions
In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RWE amounted to 53,634,998 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2).a
Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of RWE decreased by 13.63%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations.ab
RWE's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 1
- Year-over-Year Change
What are RWE's Scope 1 emissions?
In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of RWE were 53,242,042 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Has RWE reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?
Since 2019, RWE's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 41.94%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 13.99%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls.ab
What are RWE's Scope 2 emissions?
In 2024, RWE reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 392,956 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 392,956 tCO₂e using the location-based method.a
Has RWE reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?
Since 2019, RWE's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Location-Based) have decreased by 91.67%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time.ac
Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) rose by 96.48% in 2024, suggesting that the company faced challenges in reducing emissions from purchased electricity and energyab
What methodology does RWE use for Scope 2 reporting?
In 2024, RWE reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method.a
RWE's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 2 Location-Based
- Total Scope 2 Market-Based
Insights into RWE's Value Chain Emissions
In 2024, RWE reported 21,766,996 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain.a
The 2024 disclosure of RWE includes a breakdown across 12 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, up from 8 in 2023, reflecting improved emissions accounting practices and greater transparency across the company's value chaina
RWE's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time
- Total Scope 3
- Year-over-Year Change
What are RWE's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, RWE reported total Scope 3 emissions of 21,766,996 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).a
Approximately 34.5% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 65.5% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment.a
Has RWE reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?
Since 2019, RWE's Scope 3 emissionshave remained relatively stable, indicating that RWE's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ad
Compared to the previous year (2023), RWE's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that RWE's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint.ab
What categories of Scope 3 emissions does RWE disclose?
In 2024, RWE reported emissions for 12 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol.a
This reflects a high level of granularity and transparency in the company's emissions reporting.
What are the main sources of RWE's Scope 3 emissions?
In 2024, the largest contributors to RWE's Scope 3 emissions were:a
- Use of Sold Products (Cat. 11): 11,928,717 tCO₂e (54.8%)
- Capital Goods (Cat. 2): 3,657,603 tCO₂e (16.8%)
- Fuel- and Energy-Related Services (Cat. 3): 2,293,661 tCO₂e (10.54%)
RWE's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories
Insights into RWE’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers
In 2024, RWE reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 53,242,042 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 25,208 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2,112.12 tCO₂e per millions USD.a
RWE's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers
How does RWE's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?
In 2024, RWE reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2,112.12 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 320.46, this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors.a
Where does RWE rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?
In 2024, RWE ranked 19 out of 24 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD).a
RWE is therefore positioned in the mid-range of its industry, neither a clear leader nor a laggard in carbon efficiency.a
Insights into RWE's Total Carbon Footprint
In 2024, RWE reported a total carbon footprint of 75,401,994 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 9.91% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output.ab
The largest contributor to RWE's total carbon footprint was Scope 1 emissions, accounting for 70.61% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 3 emissions at 28.87%.a